Greasy Bear formed in Manchester, UK in 1969 as a folk/rock outfit and were christened ““ Manchester’s answer to The Grateful Dead .” Managed by Roger Eagle, the band soon gained a reputation as a tight and eccentric live act due to the on stage antics of C.P. Lee (vocals) and Bruce Mitchell (Drums). Other band members were Ian Wilson (vocals/guitar), Steve Whalley (Guitar) and John Gibson (Bass).