During this time Moon joined his first serious band, the Escorts, replacing his best friend Gerry Evans. In December 1962 he joined the Beachcombers, a semi-professional London cover band playing hits by groups such as the Shadows. During his time in the group Moon incorporated theatrical tricks into his act, including “shooting” the group’s lead singer with a starter pistol . The Beachcombers all had day jobs; Moon, who worked in the sales department at British Gypsum , had the keenest interest in turning professional. In April 1964, aged 17, he auditioned for the Who as a replacement for Doug Sandom . The Beachcombers continued as a local cover band after his departure.
During this time Moon joined his first serious band, the Escorts
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