Bob's Your Uncle (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Founder | Jamie Junger |
| Defunct | 1994 |
| Headquarters | Vancouver , Canada |
| Products | Music albums and singles |
Bob's Your Uncle was an alternative rock ensemble originating from Vancouver, Canada. The group consisted of founder and guitarist Jamie Junger, vocalist and guitarist Sook-Yin Lee, bassist Bernie Radelfinger, harmonica player Peter Lizotte, and drummer John Rule, who was eventually succeeded by Karl Cardosa (also known as Charles Pinto). Their musical style blended Lee's unique vocal delivery and songwriting with elements drawn from rock, jazz, and blues genres.
History
The band launched their career with the 1985 single "Talk to the Birds," which preceded their 1986 self-titled debut album. Their sophomore effort, Tale of Two Legs (1990), was promoted through a tour across Ontario. Their final release, Cages, came out on an independent record label.
Following the group's dissolution, Junger went on to establish The Wingnuts, collaborated with various musicians on tour, and developed a solo career. Meanwhile, Sook-Yin Lee moved into media roles, becoming a VJ for MuchMusic and later hosting CBC Radio's Definitely Not the Opera, in addition to pursuing acting opportunities in film.
Singles
- "Talk to the Birds" (1985)
Albums
| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Bob's Your Uncle | Criminal Records and Tapes |
| 1990 | Tale of Two Legs | Doctor Dream Records |
| 1993 | Cages | Zulu Records |