5 Side Project Bands That Outgrew Their Founders – From Backup to THE BEATLES

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Step into the untold side of rock history and see how “secondary” bands ended up eclipsing their founding acts. These five side-project groups—Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Bad Company, Foreigner, King Crimson, and Derek and the Dominos—arose from the ashes of names like The Nice, Free, Spooky Tooth, Giles, Giles & Fripp, and Delaney & Bonnie. Yet they soared beyond any expectations, finding chart-topping fame that surpassed their roots. Much like how Eric Clapton emerged from several collaborations (including The Yardbirds and Cream) to forge a whole new identity, these groups transformed their niche beginnings into global recognition. If bands such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, or Pink Floyd defined entire eras, these “side” ensembles proved that hidden gems could become legendary headliners in their own right.

Discover why Keith Emerson’s departure from The Nice led to progressive rock greatness, how Paul Rodgers and Simon Kirke left Free behind to build Bad Company, and the moment Mick Jones moved from Spooky Tooth to create Foreigner’s signature anthems. Unravel the epic story of King Crimson—originally the quirky Giles, Giles & Fripp—who would pioneer entire genres of progressive and experimental rock, overshadowing their modest origins. And, of course, immerse yourself in the saga of Derek and the Dominos, the Eric Clapton-led project whose monumental hit “Layla” would outshine previous collaborations. These tales mirror countless leaps in music history, from The Eagles forging a new California sound out of Linda Ronstadt’s backing band to Fleetwood Mac transitioning from British blues to global pop-rock icons. This is a celebration of musical evolution—where a bold new concept can spark the rise of a future legend.

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