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The International Submarine Band

The International Submarine Band was an American country-rock group formed in 1965 by Gram Parsons and John Nuese. The band originated from Harvard University, where Parsons studied theology briefly before dropping out to pursue music full-time. Their initial lineup included Ian Dunlop on bass and Mickey Gauvin on drums. In early 1966, they moved to New York City and recorded two singles for Goldstar Records: "The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming" and "Sum Up Broke" / "One Day Week". Later that year, Parsons relocated the band to Los Angeles, where they recorded the s...