Images and timeline supplied by Dave Clarke

This pop group, initially called Unit 5, was formed in 1963.

The line-up then was: Steve Harris - drums, Kevin Montague - lead guitar, Graham Thorn - rhythm guitar, Dave Clarke - bass guitar.

The name was changed, to "Sights Unnoticed":

Here they are 'top of the bill' at St. Augustines hall.

In 1965, they became "This Heat"...

...and in 1966, the name was changed again, to "The Heat":

"The Heat" line-up was: Alan Brewer - lead guitar/vocals, Graham Thorn - rhythm guitar, Dave Clarke - bass guitar, Dave H(?) - drums, Don Osborne - vocals.

Some moody promotional photos for The Heat, taken in 1965 at a disused railway station (click over each image to enlarge):

A ticket for a CSTS Dance in July 1966, featuring "The Heat":

A recording was made of 'The Heat' playing at this CSTS Dance:

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