Little River Band Biography

Little River Band was formed in Melbourne, Australia, in 1975, when original band members Graeham Goble, Glenn Shorrock, Roger McLachlan, Ric Formosa, and Derek Pellicci came together and hit the charts immediately in their home country. A lucky meeting with their future manager, Glenn Wheatley, who had experience with many successful British bands, led to a strong start in the United States. Little River Band released their first single in the US, “It’s a Long Way There,” and it immediately rose into the top of the charts. Their self-titled debut dropped in 1976, and by 1982, they’d earned the distinction of becoming the only act to enjoy a single in the Top Ten on the US charts for six straight years. 

A string of albums followed over the years, including: After Hours (1976), Diamantina Cocktail (1977), Sleeper Catcher (1978), First Under the Wire (1979), Time Exposure (1981), Playing to Win (1984), Monsoon (1988), Get Lucky (1990), and I Dream Alone (1997.) Little River Band became known for its extensive touring schedule, headlining shows across the nation and touring with other successful bands such as America, the Eagles, and the Doobie Brothers. Changes in the lineup occurred periodically, but as of the dawn of the new millennium, a stable lineup lasted for three albums: Where We Started From (2000), One Night in Mississippi (2002), and Test of Time (2004.) By the end of 2004, however, another changeup occurred, by Little River Band moved forward with the current lineup of Wayne Nelson, Chris Marion, Greg Hind, Ryan Ricks, and Rich Herring.

Little River Band is among the most successful Australian bands to break into the American market, and one of the most important bands in its home country. Little River Band has been recognized by the Australasian Performing Right Association for its achievements, and was inducted into the Australian Recording Industry Association Hall of Fame in 2004. The single “Reminiscing” is also recognized as one of the most frequently played singles in American music history.  Little River Band continues to perform and tour well into the new millennium.