Early Nice Gigs

The Nice was formed by a producer named Andrew Loog Oldham. They originally started out as a backing band for P.P. Arnold.

Lineup :

Keith Emerson (Keyboards)
Ian Hague (Drums)
Lee Jackson (Bass)
David O'List (Guitar)

Date : May-August 1967
Country : England, United Kingdom
With : P.P. Arnold

In August 1967, Ian Hague was replaced by Brian Davison. This new lineup formed the definitive lineup of The Nice. In autumn, they recorded the first progressive rock album: The Thoughts of Emerlist Davjack. It was released in December 1967. The name of the album comprised of parts of the musicians' surnames.

Lineup :

Brian Davison (Drums)
Keith Emerson (Keyboards)
Lee Jackson (Bass)
David O'List (Guitar)

Date : October 1967
City : London, England, United Kingdom
Venue : BBC Studios
Show : John Peel's Top Gear

In 1968, David O'List left The Nice while they were recording their second LP, Ars Longa Vita Brevis. The Nice, now a trio, continued touring and had their next LP was released in November 1968.

Date : January 1, 1968
City : London, England, United Kingdom
Venue : Marquee Club
With : Mabel Greer's Toyshop

Date : May 2, 1968
City : London, England, United Kingdom
Venue : Marquee Club
With : Mabel Greer's Toyshop

Date : September 19, 1968
City : London, England, United Kingdom
Venue : Marquee Club
With : Yes

Date : September 29, 1968
City : Croydon, England, United Kingdom
Venue : Fairfield Hall
Event : Croydon Gala
With :

Jethro Tull
The Eclection
David Ackles
The Alan Price Set
Spooky Tooth
Julie Driscoll
The Brian Auger Trinity