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[2] [3] Calvert was nicknamed "Bamf", which derived from his middle name, Bamford. [3] After the break-up of the Dolphins, Calvert played in a number of semi-professional outfits. However, unable to advance his musical career, Calvert took a factory job until he was asked to substitute for Hollies' then bassist, [4] Eric Haydock, in a tour of ...
In May 1981, both Calvert and Sylvester left the Hollies after the group began working with new producer Bruce Welch, rhythm guitarist of the Shadows.Speaking about the event, Calvert noted he was omitted from a recording session by Welch, after which he decided to leave following a phone call from Sylvester, who informed him of his intention to quit. [14]
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For Certain Because is the fifth UK album by the Hollies and their second released in 1966. [4] [5] It was the first Hollies album in which all the songs were written by members Allan Clarke, Graham Nash, and Tony Hicks, and the first on which they did not use the songwriting pseudonym "L. Ransford" (or just "Ransford").
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Although considered a good bass guitarist, he was replaced in 1966 by Bernie Calvert, after disputes related to the conduct of the band's managers. [4] He wanted to raise £2,000 for a house, but when he failed to raise the money, he told manager Michael Cohen that he would not return to the band until he had sorted out his finances. [5]