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It became sort of an anthem for them to get out of Vietnam and come home. "Additionally, our song closer to home was very popular with all of the guys who were returning from Vietnam right at the end of the Vietnam War. "Ever since our song We're an American Band came out that's what we've been known as. "We have a connection (to the military) because of who we are - we are the American Band that's one of our little monikers," Brewer said. Although most members don't have familial ties to the military, they feel connected to the troops in several ways. Joining Brewer and Schacher is singer Max Carl, lead guitarist Bruce Kulick and keyboardist Tim Cashion. Grand Funk Railroad includes original founding members Don Brewer (vocals and drums) and bassist Mel Schacher (also know as "The God Of Thunder"). Grand Funk's legacy still reigns over the Classic Rock landscape 40 years after its 1969 birth in Flint, Michigan, which is a testament to the group's influence and staying power. Featuring rock legends REO Speedwagon, Grand Funk Railroad and the Chris Watson band, the night is sure to be some kind of wonderful.Īlso know as "America's Band," Grand Funk laid the groundwork for bands such as Foreigner, Journey, Van Halen and Bon Jovi with its signature hard driving sound, soulful vocals, muscular instrumentation and forceful pop melodies. Coming live from Fort Benning's York Field, a high-energy rock and roll show will light up the night. FORT BENNING, Ga., (April 29, 2015) - You can't fight this feeling any more.