Brand X was formed in 1975 by which guitarist and bassist?

• A. John Goodsall and Percy Jones
• B. John Lennon and Paul McCartney
• C. Carlos Santana and Flea
• D. Eddie Van Halen and Geddy Lee

Answer: (A)

Brand X’s origin hinges on the guitarist-bassist duo who started the band in 1975, giving the group its distinctive rock-and-jazz fusion voice. The founders were John Goodsall on guitar and Percy Jones on bass, whose intertwined lines and adventurous approach defined Brand X from the outset. Though the lineup later included other players (like Phil Collins joining on drums), the pair that launched the project is what this item is asking you to recall. The other pairs are famous from different acts—Beatles members, Santana with Flea, or Van Halen and Rush—so they don’t reflect who actually formed Brand X.