Essential Logic

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Essential Logic was a UK post-punk band formed by saxophonist Lora Logic (born Susan Whitby) after leaving X-Ray Spex.

The band initially consisted of Lora Logic on saxophone and vocals, Philip Legg on guitar and vocals, Mark Turner on bass, Rich Tea on drums, and Dave Wright on saxophone. Mark was later replaced by Jon Oliver on bass. They formed in 1978 with Logic fresh out of art school. Their first 7" was released on their own label. They released a self-titled EP on Virgin Records in 1979, before signing to Rough Trade. Their debut LP, Beat Rhythm News - Waddle Ya Pay? was released in 1979, followed by several 7"s before the band split in 1980.

Lora Logic released a solo LP, Pedigree Charm, on Rough Trade in 1980. Following collaborations with Red Crayola, The Raincoats, and The Swell Maps, she turned to the Hare Krishna religion.

Currently, the entire collection of Essential Logic releases, entitled Fanfare in the Garden, has been re-distributed by Kill Rock Stars record label.