15 Rock Supergroups That Released Only One Studio Album

Rock Supergroups that released only one studio album

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When it comes to using the word supergroups in the title of an article, fans instantly think of bands like Asia, Traveling Wilburys, Cream, etc… However, rock and roll history is filled with many supergroups that excited fans over the possibility of endless albums of pure rock and roll bliss and then broke up for many different reasons.

This list will look at those supergroups that only released one studio album. Some of these bands recorded songs for a second album but broke up before the sequel was released. Record companies often release that extra material as bonus tracks on reissues or box sets. Many of these supergroups that released only studio albums also released live albums. Nonetheless, only one studio album was allowed to get on this list because that’s the article’s point. There are, of course, a handful of albums on this list that everyone knows. Some are semi-popular, and then there are a few you may have never heard of. We didn’t want to rate these albums; we just wanted to present them. They are listed in random order as they pretty much came to us.

This is a continuous list. As readers point out one that we miss, we will add them to the article.

# 1- Derek & The Dominos

Why not open up our One Album Rock Supergroups List with one of the most famous One Album supergroups of all time, the legendary Derek & The Dominos? The band only released one album, although there were plans for a second. Two live albums were also released, and many box sets included unreleased material. However, the band officially only released one studio album, so for that reason, we have included them on this list. Look at this incredible lineup of musicians who participated in the Derek & The Dominos experience.

Eric Clapton – vocals, guitars
Bobby Whitlock – keyboards, vocals
Carl Radle – bass guitar
Jim Gordon – drums,

Contributed but not official members

Dave Mason – guitar
Duane Allman – guitar

Read More 10 Essential Duane Allman Guitar Solos

# 2 – Blind Faith

Well, that’s two in a row for Eric Clapton. The group Blind Faith was formed in 1969. The band only released one studio album entitled Blind Faith. There were no live albums released except a live video. The lineup consisted of…. Steve Winwood, Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker, and Ric Grech

Read More: 11 Incredible Eric Clapton Guitar Solos

# 3 – Beck, Bogert & Appice

The supergroup Beck, Bogert & Appice consisted of the legendary Jeff Beck on guitar, Vanilla Fudge drummer Carmine Appice, and bassist Tim Bogert. These three powerhouse musicians were only released on a Beck, Bogert & Appice studio albumThe album also included guest appearances by Three Dog Night members Jimmy Greenspoon and Danny Hutton. The group played many live shows together and released an official live album as well as material that would be released on multiple box sets from the band’s members.

Read More: Top 10 Jeff Beck Songs

# 4 – The Soul Clan

Wow, this is one many people may not be aware of. Look at these legends in one band. The Soul Clan released one album in 1966 entitled The Soul Clan. The group consisted of two lineups but only released one album.

First Lineup:

  • Solomon Burke
  • Otis Redding
  • Wilson Pickett
  • Don Covay
  • Joe Tex

Second Lineup

  • Solomon Burke
  • Arthur Conley
  • Ben E. King
  • Don Covay
  • Joe Tex

# 5 – B. L. T.

Always loved the name of this band and the excellent album cover that depicted a band’s name as literally as one could get. The band consisted of the great Robin Trower on guitar, the legendary Jack Bruce on bass, and the dynamic Bill Lordan on drums. The band was formed in 1981 and only released one studio album entitled B.L.T.

Read More: Robin Trower: The ClassicRockHistory.com Interview

# 6 – HSAS

HSAS is the supergroup that rock fans love to talk about. They were known as Hagar Schon Aaronson Shrieve. The group only released one studio album entitled Through The Fire in 1984 at the start of the CD Era. The group consisted of the red rocker Sammy Hagar’s Journey and Santana’s Neil Schon, Kenny Aaronson, who played with just about everybody, and Michael Shrieve, who had played with Santana.

Read More: Top 10 Sammy Hagar Songs

# 7 – KBC Band

The KBC Band was an offshoot of The Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship that consisted of Paul Kanter, Marty Balin, and Jack Cassidy. Some would argue this was more of a spin-off than a supergroup, but these musicians were all superstars in their own right, and so we added this one to the list. The group was also represented by musicians Keith Crossnan, Tim Gorman, Darrell Verdusco, and Slick Aguilar. The band released their lone studio album in 1985.

Read More: Top 10 Jefferson Starship Songs

# 8 – Tipton, Entwistle & Powell

I bet you have never heard of this one. This supergroup released one album called, Edge of the World, which was recorded in the mid-1990s but not released until 2006. The band consisted of John Entwistle, Cozy Powell, and Glen Tipton.

Read More: Complete List Of John Entwistle Albums And Songs

# 9 –  Emerson Lake & Powell

Two in a row for Cozy Powell. When Keith Emerson and Greg Lake got back together to release a new album in the mid-1980s, Carl Palmer said sorry, I’m with ASIA now. Well, maybe he didn’t say it that way, but that’s the reason he was not available to reunite with Keith Emerson and Greg Lake. A new ELP supergroup was born for one album only, titled Emerson Lake & Powell.

Read More: Carl Palmer: The ClassicRockHistory.com Interview

# 10 – 3

Well, this time, it was Greg Lake’s turn to say no to Keith Emerson. The album 3 featured Keith Emerson, Cal Palmer, and Richard Berry, who had been in the band Hush. The band released only one studio album entitled To The Power Of Three. The album was released in 1988

Read More: The Top 10 Emerson Lake & Palmer Songs

# 11 – Gogmagog

You might not have heard of this great heavy metal supergroup, but what a lineup. This one album band consisted of Paul Di’Anno of Iron Maiden, Clive Burr of Iron Maiden and Alcatrazz, and Neil Murray of Whitesnake. The band released one album in 1985 entitled I Will Be There. It wasn’t much of an album as far as length went; it was just a three-song EP. But it was still a studio recording, and this one just seemed so enjoyable we just had to list it.

Read More: Top 10 Iron Maiden Songs

# 12 – Temple of the Dog

This is one of the best ones on the list. The ultimate classic grunge supergroup is comprised of Chris Cornell and Matt Cameron of Soundgarden, Stone Gossard and Jeff Ament of Green River, Mother Love Bone, Pearl Jam, Eddie Vedder, and Mike McCready of Pearl Jam. One album, Temple of the Dog, was released in 1991.

Read More: Top 10 Soundgarden Songs

# 13 – Contraband

Another great supergroup was formed in 1991 that veered more towards the hair band scene of the 80s than the grunge sounds of the early 90s. Contraband consisted of Richard Black (Shark Island), Michael Schenker (Scorpions, UFO, Michael Schenker Group), Tracii Guns (Guns N’ Roses, L.A. Guns), Share Pedersen (Vixen) and Bobby Blotzer (Ratt). This one is pretty rare. You won’t find this CD for a cheap price. If you do, grab it.

Read More: Tracii Guns of L.A. Guns: The ClassicRockHistory.com Interview

# 14 – BBM

BBM was a supergoup founded by three musicians who seemed to make a living forming supergroups. The group consisted of Jack Bruce, Ginger Baker and Gary Moore. They released one album in 1993 entitled BBM.

Read More: Top 10 Gary Moore Songs

# 15 – Mad Season

Mad Season was another legendary grunge supergroup. The band was formed by members of Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Screaming Trees and The Walkabouts. It consisted of Layne Staley, Mike McCready, Barrett Martin and John Baker Standers. The group only released one studio album entitled Above in 1995.

Read More: Top 10 Alice In Chains Songs

# 16 – SuperSessions 1969 – Stephen Stills, Al Kooper & Mike Bloomfield

Super Session, was released in 1969.  The album featured Al Kooper, a former member of the group Blood, Sweat & Tears; Mike Bloomfield, known for his work with the Paul Butterfield Blues Band and the Electric Flag; and Stephen Stills, who gained fame with Buffalo Springfield and later Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

The creation of “Super Session”  originated from Al Kooper’s idea of recording a jam session with top musicians. The album was recorded over two days in 1968. Initially, Mike Bloomfield contributed his guitar prowess to the first day’s recordings. Bloomfield’s distinct, fluid guitar style, which had already earned him acclaim, was a significant driving force in the initial sessions. However, due to health issues, Bloomfield couldn’t participate in the second day of recording. This led to Stephen Stills stepping in to contribute his guitar skills for the remainder of the album.

Top 10 Stephen Stills Songs

# 17 – The Law

The Law, was a collaboration between Paul Rodgers, famously known for his work with Free and Bad Company, and Kenney Jones, the drummer from The Who and the Small Faces.  The album also included guest appearances by some iconic figures in rock and roll history.  including David Gilmour of Pink Floyd, Bryan Adams, and Chris Rea. The album was released in 1991.

Read More: Simon Kirk of Bad Company: 10 Albums That Changed My Life

18 – Litle Village

Little Village was a supergroup put together by some heavy hitters. The group consisted of John Hiatt, Ry Cooder, Nick Lowe, and Jim Keltner. The album was released in 1992. It was nominated for a Grammy Award but did not win. They toured for a year, and then all returned to their much more successful solo careers.

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