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King Harvest

King Harvest was a 1970s French-American rock band who formed initially in Ithaca, New York, but broke up and reformed in Paris, France. The band was composed of Dave "Doc" Robinson (vocals, guitar), Ed Tuleja (keyboards), Ron Altbach (bass), and Rod Novak (drums).

Their most famous song is "Dancing in the Moonlight," which was released in 1972 and became a hit in both the US and the UK. The song has since been covered by numerous artists, including Toploader, who had a hit with their version in 2000.

King Harvest released several albums throughout the 1970s, including their self-titled debut in 1972, "Dancing in the Moonlight" in 1973, and "Lost Horizon" in 1974. However, they were never able to replicate the success of their hit single, and the band eventually disbanded in 1978.

Despite their relatively short career, King Harvest's music has remained popular over the years, and "Dancing in the Moonlight" in particular has become a beloved classic rock staple.

Thanks to Rod Novak for the bio of this band. -GSH


King Harvest I (1969 - 1970)
  • Rod Novak -
  • Ron Altbach -
  • Eddie Tuleja -
  • Wells Kelly - drums/percussion/vocals - d. October 30, 1984, London, England - formerly with Thunderfrog.
[Ref: Rod Novak, June 2000]  Wells Kelly joins Orleans.

King Harvest II (1970 - 1976)
  • Rod Novak -
  • Ron Altbach -
  • Eddie Tuleja -
  • Doc Robinson -
  • ????? - drums
Album:
  1. "Dancing In The Moonlight" (1973) - Single: "Dancing In The Moonlight" - album consisting of many old demo tapes.
  2. "King Harvest" (1976)
Group disbands.  Rod Novak, Ron Altbach, Eddie Tuleja, and Doc Robinson join The Beach Boys "Brian's Back tour from 1976-1978.  [Ref: Rod Novak, June 2000]
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Last Revised:  September 16, 2005
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