The Paramounts were an English pop rock band formed in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.
The groupbegan as "The Raiders" in 1959 when members were in high school. Their
initial lineup included Robin Trower and Chris Copping on guitars, Mick Trower
on lead vocals, and Gary Nicholls on drums. In September 1960, the band
transformed into The Paramounts with Gary Brooker on piano and vocals, Mick
Brownlee on drums, Chris Copping on bass, Bob Scott on vocals, and Robin Trower
on guitar. Their first single "Poison Ivy" was released in 1963, reaching number
35 on the UK Singles Chart. The band's ...