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IQ | |
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Background information | |
Origin | Southampton, England |
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Years active | 1981 | –present
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Members | Mike Holmes Peter Nicholls Tim Esau Paul Cook Neil Durant |
Past members | Martin Orford John Jowitt Andy Edwards Mark Westworth Les Marshall Paul Menel Mark Ridout |
Website | http://www.iq-hq.co.uk/ |
IQ are a British neo-prog band founded by Mike Holmes and Martin Orford in 1981[2] following the dissolution of their original band The Lens. Although the band have never enjoyed major commercial success and had several lineup changes, IQ have built up a loyal following over the years and are still active as of 2024, currently with the original recording line-up (with the exception of Orford). In 2021/22, IQ performed a series of concerts in the UK and Europe celebrating their 40th anniversary.