The Hometown Band was founded in 1975 by Claire Lawrence, a former member of The Collectors and Chilliwack, as the back-up group for Canadian folk artist Valdy. The band comprised Shari Ulrich, Geoff Ayre (drums, vocals), Robbie King, and Doug Edwards. Their first LP Flying realized two hits, the title track and "I'm Ready. " After failing to produce a radio hit from their second album, the group disbanded in 1977.

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  • The Hometown Band was founded in 1975 by Claire Lawrence, a former member of The Collectors and Chilliwack, as the back-up group for Canadian folk artist Valdy. The band comprised Shari Ulrich, Geoff Ayre (drums, vocals), Robbie King, and Doug Edwards. Their first LP Flying realized two hits, the title track and "I'm Ready. " After failing to produce a radio hit from their second album, the group disbanded in 1977. The following year the band won the Juno Award for "Most Promising Group of the Year".
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  • The Hometown Band was founded in 1975 by Claire Lawrence, a former member of The Collectors and Chilliwack, as the back-up group for Canadian folk artist Valdy. The band comprised Shari Ulrich, Geoff Ayre (drums, vocals), Robbie King, and Doug Edwards. Their first LP Flying realized two hits, the title track and "I'm Ready. " After failing to produce a radio hit from their second album, the group disbanded in 1977.
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