![]() ![]() ![]() According to the band’s front man, Tommy Caldwell, they got the name from a blind old man that tweaked pianos in their hometown. There are two different variations of the origin of their name. However, the name was changed into The Marshall Tucker Band before their first album was released. The band was originally named Toy Factory. ![]() Although The Marshall Tucker Band is considered a southern rock band, the group entertains their fans from all over the world in such diverse musical genres and styles as gospel, country and even jazz. The band was formed in 1971, in Spartanburg, South Carolina by original members vocalist Doug Gray, drummer Paul Riddle, flutist Jerry Eubanks, rhythm guitarist George McCorkle, lead guitarist Toy Caldwell and his brother, bassist Tommy Caldwell. The Marshall Tucker Band was one of the major Southern rock bands of the 70’s. ![]()
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