The Echoes (English group)

The Echoes were a popular English musical group, primarily known for their work as a backing band in the 1960s. They were particularly associated with providing instrumental support and backing vocals for various artists on the Joe Meek label, one of the UK's most innovative independent record labels of the era.

While not always credited by name, The Echoes played a significant role in the success of numerous hit records, contributing a distinctive sound characterised by organ-driven melodies, solid rhythm sections, and creative studio effects.

Notable artists The Echoes worked with included John Leyton (most famously on "Johnny Remember Me"), Geoff Goddard, and Billy Fury. Their instrumental talents helped define the unique sound of many early 1960s British pop and rock records.

The lineup of The Echoes shifted over time, with various musicians contributing to the group. However, the name "The Echoes" remained associated with the distinctive Joe Meek sound, making them an important, if often unsung, part of early British rock and roll history.

The group's internal discography is relatively small, as their primary function was as a backing band. However, recordings featuring their instrumental work are readily available as part of compilations and reissues of Joe Meek productions.