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With roots in Winnipeg, The Guess Who delivered a string of classic hits—most famously "American Woman"—that helped cement their status in rock music history. The Guess Who’s catalog, featuring soulful vocals and memorable hooks, continues to appear in film, TV, and curated classic rock playlists.
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Did You Know?
The Guess Who scored their biggest hit with 'American Woman', which reached No. 1 on the US charts in 1970
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Q:Where did The Guess Who originate?
A:They formed in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
The Guess Who began in Winnipeg in the early 1960s, becoming one of Canada’s most successful rock bands. Their roots in the Canadian Prairies influenced their sound and identity.
Q:Who was The Guess Who’s original lead vocalist?
A:Chad Allan was the original singer.
Chad Allan fronted the earliest version of The Guess Who, then called Chad Allan and the Expressions, before Burton Cummings replaced him, helping push the band to international success later.
The Guess Who Fact Sheet
Inception

Formed in Winnipeg, Canada in 1962.

MembersBurton Cummings, Randy Bachman, Chad Allan, Will Evankovich
Top Albums

American Woman (1970), Wheatfield Soul (1969), Share the Land (1970), Canned Wheat (1969), Shakin' All Over (1965), Road Food (1974), Rockin’ (1972), Flavours (1974), So Long, Bannatyne (1971), Artificial Paradise (1973).

Top Songs

American Woman (1970), These Eyes (1969), No Sugar Tonight (1970), Laughing (1969), No Time (1969), Undun (1969), Shakin' All Over (1964), Share the Land (1970), Hand Me Down World (1970), Clap For The Wolfman (1974).

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