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Wow, talk about a blast from the past! Jefferson Starship sure has changed over the years. From their early days as a spin-off of Jefferson Airplane to their current incarnation, they’ve come a long way. It’s been an interesting journey, to say the least - and one that’s still going strong!
Why Did Jefferson Starship Change Their Name To Starship? [Solved]
Well, it looks like the band members had a bit of a disagreement back in ‘85 when Kantner left. Chaquico said he’d only let him use the Jefferson Starship name, but after Kantner passed away, things got messy. Chaquico sued, but folks kept using the name anyway.
Lineup Changes: Throughout the band’s history, there have been numerous lineup changes, with founding members Grace Slick and Paul Kantner being the only constants.
Name Change: In 1985, the band changed its name from Jefferson Starship to Starship in order to capitalize on the success of their hit single “We Built This City”.
Musical Direction: The band’s sound shifted from psychedelic rock to a more mainstream pop-rock style in order to appeal to a wider audience.
Reunions: In 1992, Kantner and Slick reunited with original members David Freiberg and Pete Sears for an album and tour under the name Jefferson Starship - The Next Generation.
New Members: Since then, various new members have joined the group including Craig Chaquico, Mickey Thomas and Donny Baldwin among others.
Yes, Jefferson Starship definitely changed over the years. They started out as a psychedelic rock band in the ’70s, but eventually evolved into a more pop-oriented sound. Along the way, they added and dropped members, and their music shifted to reflect different styles and influences. So yeah, you could say they changed quite a bit!
