Elkie Brooks in their early career by introducing them at several venues. She went on to tour the United States with several bands, including the Animals. She also toured the then communist Poland with Jon Lord's Artwoods. After she met Pete Gage, whom she would marry, she joined the short-lived blues rock fusioneers Dada before forming Vinegar Joe with Gage and Robert Palmer. Brooks gained the reputation as the wild woman of rock 'n' roll due to her wild stage performances. After three albums, they split up in 1974, and Brooks and Palmer pursued separate solo careers. After a time as backing
Brooks Young Band Brooks Young Band Brooks Young Band is a New England-based rock and blues band from Concord, New Hampshire fronted by lead vocalist/lead guitarist Brooks Young. Current band members include, guitar/backing vocals Mike Liane and bass guitar/backing vocals Charles (Chaz) Mitchell. In April 2010, the Brooks Young Band released their first full-length studio album entitled "Counting Down" featuring the guitar work of Gibson Signature Artist Johnny A. on the title track of the album. The album was recorded at Rocking Horse Studio in Pittsfield, New Hampshire. The Brooks Young Band has performed with such notable acts as Grammy Award Winning, King