Bee Gees
The Bee Gees, one of the world's most famous trios, formed by brothers Maurice, Barry, and Robin Gibb, originated in the 1950s in Australia – although they are originally from the Isle of Man.
After discovering the talent and harmony between his sons, their father Hugh Gibb encouraged the brothers to perform in talent shows. Recognition came shortly after, in the 1960s, when they signed a contract with Festival Records.
They recorded the track "Wine And Women"—which made them famous—and managed to release their first album in 1965, titled The Bee Gees Sing and Play 14 Barry Gibb Songs. Their second album, called Spicks And Specks, was released in 1966 and attracted attention in Australia for its title track. It was around this time that the musicians left for England, where they signed with another record label.
Once in Europe, as an official band, the artists hired two more members to play drums and guitar: Colin Petersen and Vince Melouney, respectively. In 1967, the Bee Gees released their third studio album, titled Bee Gees' 1st, and had a hit with the single "To Love Somebody". This was followed by "Massachusetts", featured on the following year's album, Horizontal.
Also in 1968, the band's fifth album, titled Idea, hit stores. The album was one of the most successful of their career and featured the hits "I've Gotta Get A Message To You" and "I Started A Joke".
Back in 1969, with the release of the album Odessa, promoted by the singles "First Of May" and "Lamplight," came the dismissal of guitarist Vince and a major controversy between brothers Robin and Barry, who were vying for lead vocals. Robin decided to leave the group. Shortly after, drummer Colin also departed.
Barry and Maurice continued making music, which resulted in the album Cucumber Castle. The single from this album was "Don't Forget To Remember". In mid-1970, the brothers reconciled, Robin returned to the band, and the Bee Gees officially became a trio. Their return was marked by the album 2 Years On, which included the track "Lonely Days".
A year later, the musicians released Trafalgar, which included the single "How Can You Mend A Broken Heart?". The song reached number one on the charts in several countries. In 1972, it was the turn of "Run To Me", from the album To Whom It May Concern, to conquer Europe and Latin America.
After these successes, the artists faced a rather difficult phase in their careers, failing to achieve notoriety with their new releases. The Gibb brothers moved to the United States in 1973 and released the album Mr. Natural – which also didn't triumph, but marked a shift in the group's musical style, leaning more towards soul.
They didn't give up. In 1975, they developed an extremely well-crafted album and regained the top spot in the international charts. Main Course, featuring the hits "Fanny," "Nights On Broadway," and "Jive Talkin'," hit the stores.
In 1976, the band's "Disco Era" began with the album Children Of The World, which included "You Should Be Dancing" - introducing the world to Barry's famous falsetto.
The real breakthrough was yet to come. The singers were invited to participate in the soundtrack of the 1977 film "Saturday Night Fever". That's when "More Than A Woman", "How Deep Is Your Love" and, of course, "Stayin' Alive" became a sensation.
In 1979, they released the album Spirits Having Flown, which spawned several hits, such as "Tragedy," "Love You Inside Out," "Reaching Out," and "Too Much Heaven." The album sold over 30 million copies. That year, the musicians began the Spirits tour, which visited several countries. The plane that carried them had the album's logo, with the name "Bee Gees."
No one could stop the Bee Gees anymore. They won numerous awards and were considered the kings of disco music. After the peak of their fame, in the early 1980s, the band took a break – with the release of Living Eyes, which didn't achieve much success in the meantime – and the Gibbs began working as producers for other artists, collaborating on albums by big names in music.
The trio returned in 1987, this time with a new record label, and debuted the album E.S.P., promoted by "You Win Again". Then came One, which achieved popularity in the United States. In March 1991, the album High Civilization was released, featuring an experimental sound full of electronic effects. Fans consider this a concept album.
In 1993, the artists debuted Size Isn't Everything, with the single "For Whom The Bell Tolls," which received significant radio airplay. After three years working on a new album, they released Still Waters in 1997. The album was highly acclaimed and gifted audiences with the track "I Could Not Love You More."
Following a career documentary titled "Keppel Road" and numerous concerts, the musicians announced their final album, titled This Is Where I Came In, in 2001.
In 2003, Maurice suffered a heart attack and died. A few years later, in 2012, Robin also passed away, a victim of cancer. The Bee Gees, however, will always remain alive in the hearts of those who love their hits.
In total, the trio sold over 250 million records, were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and won ten Grammys.
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