Supertramp Members, Gear & Sound

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Rock Pop rock Soft rock Art rock Progressive rock Glam rock Classic rock Piano rock Art pop album rock mellow gold progressive pop

Members

Select a Supertramp band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.

Roger Hodgson

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist Keyboardist

Groups:

Argosy

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Dougie Thomson

Roles:

Bassist

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Rick Davies

Roles:

Singer Keyboardist

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Carl Verheyen

Roles:

Guitarist Music Producer

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Mark Hart

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Keyboardist

Groups:

Crowded House The Roundheads

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Scott Page

Roles:

Saxophonist

Groups:

Pink Floyd Toto THINK:EXP

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Fred Mandel

Roles:

Guitarist Keyboardist

Groups:

Brian May & Friends Ultra Latex

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John Helliwell

Roles:

Singer Keyboardist

No gear added

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Bob Siebenberg

Roles:

Drummer

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Dave Winthrop

Groups:

Chicken Shack Secret Affair

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Richard Palmer‐James

Roles:

Singer Guitarist

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Pablo Padilla

Roles:

Guitarist

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Cassie Miller

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

The Bill Elliott Swing Orchestra

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Jesse Siebenberg

Roles:

Singer Guitarist

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Steve Reid

Roles:

Drummer Keyboardist

Groups:

The Rippingtons

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Marty Walsh

Roles:

Guitarist

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Kevin Currie

Roles:

Drummer

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Robert Millar

Roles:

Drummer

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Keith Baker

Roles:

Drummer

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Lee Thornburg

Roles:

Singer Keyboardist

Groups:

Tower of Power Jimmy Z And The Soul Lips Heart Attack Horns

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Gabe Dixon

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

The Gabe Dixon Band Ten Out of Tenn

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Cliff Hugo

Roles:

Bassist Music Producer

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About

Supertramp is a British rock band renowned for blending progressive rock's complexity with the catchy melodies of pop, creating a distinctive sound that resonated throughout the '70s and '80s. Formed in 1969, the band was initially led by Rick Davies (piano, vocals) and Roger Hodgson (guitar, vocals, keyboards). Alongside them were John Helliwell (saxophones, woodwinds, keyboards, backing vocals), Dougie Thomson (bass guitar), and Bob C. Benberg (drums, percussion). Their music spans genres such as rock, pop rock, and progressive rock, characterized by dynamic arrangements and lyrical storytelling. Albums like Breakfast in America and Crime of the Century have left an indelible mark on classic rock.

How to Sound Like Supertramp

Supertramp's sound is an intricate tapestry of melodic and rhythmic elements intertwining seamlessly. The band often combined the rich, warm tones of the Yamaha CP-80 Electric Grand Piano with the lush textures of guitars, including the Gibson Les Paul Custom used by Hodgson. Their arrangements are further enriched by the woodwind flourishes of Helliwell, adding a distinctive layer to their compositions. The use of synthesizers like the Yamaha DX7 contributed to the band's polished, yet expansive sound, creating an atmosphere that balances between the grandiose and the intimate. Musicians aiming to emulate Supertramp’s style should focus on crafting a blend of articulate keyboard lines, expressive guitar harmonies, and sophisticated rhythmic interplay.

Discography

Crime Of The Century (Remastered)

1974

Crisis? What Crisis?

1975

Even In The Quietest Moments

1977

Breakfast In America (Remastered)

1979

Paris

1980

"...Famous Last Words..."

1982

Brother Where You Bound (Remastered)

1985

Free As A Bird

1987

Retrospectacle - The Supertramp Anthology

2005

Live In Paris '79

2011

Get the Supertramp Sound

Want to sound like Supertramp? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.