By 1939, Dorsey was aware of criticism that his band lacked a jazz feeling.

At the time of preparing for the record a year before, the band lacked an official bass player.

This new band lacks nothing in the way of promotion.

The band then tried to write a new studio album, but lacked inspiration.

Aside from that, the band still lacked a steady percussionist.

At this point the band was lacking in both a second guitarist and a drummer.

Dave Grohl and his band lacked the bad guy edge, but the fans were adoring.

This can be useful if a band or orchestra lacks one of those instruments.

The band audibly lacked enthusiasm, and only five couples were dancing on the floor.