Saga

Saga is a progressive rock quintet, formed in Canada. Bassist-keyboardist Jim Crichton (b. 1953) and Welsh-born vocalist Michael Sadler (b. 1954) have been the principal songwriters for Saga. Ian Crichton (b. 1956) is considered one of roc

Saga is a progressive rock quintet, formed in Canada. Bassist-keyboardist Jim Crichton (b. 1953) and Welsh-born vocalist Michael Sadler (b. 1954) have been the principal songwriters for Saga. Ian Crichton (b. 1956) is considered one of rock's most underrated guitarists, having recorded several solo albums as well as sessions with supergroup Asia. The band's virtuoso keyboardist, Jim "Daryl" Gilmour (b. 1958), replaced Peter Rochon in 1980. Recently, Steve Negus (b. 1952) announced his retirement as Saga's original drummer. He has since been replaced by Christian Simpson, who seems to suit Saga's dynamic sound well.

Saga have had their share of detractors, but their fans have remained extremely loyal over the decades. Their unique use of keyboards often involves three members playing synthesizers onstage. Formerly known as Pockets, the band re-named itself in 1977, after the multi-song cycle (the "Chapters") which would appear on their first four albums. In 1999, they revisited the chapter concept for another three albums. These chapters have been performed live throughout the band's extensive career.