The Magic Band was the backing band of American singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Captain Beefheart between 1967 and 1982. The band was formed by guitarist Alex St. Clair with Beefheart as
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The Magic Band Plays the Music of Captain Beefheart - Live in London 2013
Plays the Music of Captain Beefheart - Live in London 2013