History of Mo Foster in Timeline
Michael Ralph "Mo" Foster was a highly versatile English multi-instrumentalist, record producer, composer, author, and public speaker with a career spanning over 50 years. He collaborated with a diverse array of renowned artists such as Jeff Beck, Phil Collins, Ringo Starr, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Foster released solo albums, authored a humorous book on British rock guitar, and contributed articles to music publications. He was also involved in music education as an assessor for JAMES. His significant contribution to the British songwriting and composing community was recognized with a BASCA Gold Badge Award in 2014.
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December 1944: Mo Foster's Birth
On December 1944, Michael Ralph "Mo" Foster was born. He was an English multi-instrumentalist, record producer, composer, solo artist, author, and public speaker.
1955: Authored a Book
In 1997, Mo Foster authored a semi-autobiographical book on the birth and rise of Rock guitar in the UK during 1955 – 1975.
1958: Abbey Road Studios Session
Mo Foster participated in a 12-hour session at Abbey Road Studios with Brian May and Brian Bennett to remake Cliff Richard's 1958 hit "Move It".
June 1959: End of American Instrument Import Ban
In June 1959, the ban on importing American musical instruments into the UK, initially set in 1951, was lifted, making instruments like Fender and Gibson guitars available.
1959: Formation of The Tradewinds
In 1959, Mo Foster and school friends established a band called The Tradewinds, playing American guitar instrumentals, skiffle, and Goon Show excerpts.
1961: Desire for a Fender Bass
In 1961, after seeing Jet Harris with a Fender Precision Bass on The Shadows' LP cover, Foster desired one but settled for a Dallas Tuxedo Bass from a local music shop.
1968: Formation of Affinity
In 1968, the US Jazz Trio evolved into Affinity, a progressive jazz/rock band, featuring Linda Hoyle, Lynton Naiff, Mike Jopp, Grant Serpell, and Mo Foster.
1970: Affinity Album Release
In 1970, Affinity's eponymous album, produced by John Anthony, was released by Vertigo Records, featuring arrangements by John Paul Jones. Despite positive reviews, it didn't sell well.
1970: Joining Mike d'Abo's Band
In 1970, after Affinity's last gig, Mo Foster responded to an unexpected job offer from Chris Demetriou and joined ex-Manfred Mann singer Mike d'Abo's band.
1971: Affinity's Dissolution and Hoyle's Solo Album
In 1971, Linda Hoyle left Affinity to release a solo album, leading to the band's dissolution. Mo Foster then sought work as a freelance bass guitarist.
1971: Studio Session for Russ Ballard
In 1971, Mo Foster was hired for a studio session on Russ Ballard's "Can't Let You Go" at Lansdowne Studios, marking the start of his successful session career.
1975: Pioneering Bass Guitar Course
In 1975, Mo Foster pioneered bass guitar education in Britain by founding the first course at Goldsmiths College, University of London.
1975: Authored a Book
In 1997, Mo Foster authored a semi-autobiographical book on the birth and rise of Rock guitar in the UK during 1955 – 1975.
1982: RMS: Live at the Venue, 1982
In 1982, RMS recorded a live album that had never been heard publicly before, RMS: Live at the Venue, 1982.
1983: Release of Montreux Jazz Festival DVD
In 1983, following CD releases, RMS: Live at the Montreux Jazz Festival DVD, featuring Gil Evans and Mark Isham, was released, produced by Foster and Ray Russell.
1987: Focus on Solo Career
From 1987, Mo Foster opted to focus on performing, producing, and recording his own music, resulting in the release of five solo albums.
1990: Song for Europe Contest
In 1990, Mo Foster co-wrote with Kim Goody the song "Sentimental Again", which reached the final in the Song for Europe Contest.
1997: Authored a Book
In 1997, Mo Foster authored a semi-autobiographical book on the birth and rise of Rock guitar in the UK during 1955 – 1975.
2002: Centennial Park Re-release
In 2002, the album Centennial Park by RMS was remastered and re-released on the Angel Air record label, prompting the release of a live album from 1982.
September 2007: Music Seminar at Leeds Metropolitan University
In September 2007, Mo Foster, along with Ray Russell and Ralph Salmins, conducted a music seminar at Leeds Metropolitan University.
October 2014: BASCA Gold Badge Award
On 14 October 2014, Mo Foster received a BASCA Gold Badge Award for his contribution to music.
2014: BASCA Gold Badge Award
In 2014, Mo Foster received a BASCA Gold Badge Award to honor his lifelong contribution to the British songwriting and composing community.
July 2023: Mo Foster's Death
On July 3, 2023, Mo Foster passed away at the age of 78.
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