The pair were later invited back on stage to take a bow with the band at the end of the show.

With words and music by Wilson, the project was to take the form of a musical, with the band providing live accompaniment to the action.

The homecoming game takes place that night, with the marching band and color guard performing during half-time.

At this stage Jeff Beck took part in minor sessions with the band, but this did not develop into a final contribution.

The album's writing and recording process would take place during a transitional period, with the band undergoing several line-up changes.

After taking a meeting with the currently unnamed band, Bright and Williams decided to offer them a publishing/production deal.

The encounter supposedly took place on a previous trip to Oregon with the band.

Owing to an extended stay in hospital recovering from pneumonia, he was unable to take his place with the band for this concert.

No Frontman was available at this point, so good friends/family members took the stage with the band.

Trust was taken with the band and expressed interest in working with them.