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#uriahheep #undergroundnews #chicago Uriah Heep came to the Underground News studio to talk and perform their hit song, Easy Livin', off their legendary album Demons and Wizards. Uriah Heep was an important band as they were one of the forerunners of the Heavy Metal genre. Band members included David Byron, Lee Kerslake, Mick Box, Ken Hensley and Gary Thain. When any musical performer or band appeared on Underground News, there was a specific requirement that no lip-syncing would be allowed. Uriah Heep's manager and label insisted their sounds be consistent with what people were hearing over the radio and on their vinyl. And, director, Howie Samuelsohn, insisted that at least the vocals must be live. So they compromised by using a pre-recorded instrumental track in the background. Howie believed in truth and authenticity and wasn't happy about that but allowed it this one time only. Here's Uriah Heep performing their hit Easy Livin' and stay tuned for Demons and Wizards co
