Denny and the Diplomats

Members

Denny Laine - guitar, vocals, harmonica
Phil Ackrill - guitar, vocals
Bev Bevan - drums, vocals

Steve Horton - bass guitar
Nicky James - lead vocals
Mike Hopkins - lead guitar, vocals
Jim Onslow - vocals, bass guitar

Dave Wheeland - bass guitar

Formed in Birmingham.
Dave Wheeland left in 1962 and emigrated to Australia. He was replaced by Steve Horton.
Nicky James joined in 1962 and took over the lead vocal duties. During 1963, Nicky James was offered a solo career, which he decided to take, and recorded for Pye, Columbia and Philips labels.
Denny Laine left in 1964 to join the Soul Preachers who became the Moody Blues.
Mike Hopkins and Jim Onslow joined following Laine's departure.
During this transition, Steve Horton left.

Known Gigs

5 Jul 1963 Old Hill, Plaza Ballroom, West Midlands. Supporting The Beatles.
11 Jan 1964 Lichfield, Guildhall, Bore Street, Staffordshire. With Gerry Levene and the Avengers, and The Saints.
26 Jan 1964 Burton upon Trent, 76 Club, High Street, Staffordshire.