A-2

Name: A-2

Origin: Solid Rock, Brandon, Canada

Years Active: 1980-1989

Genres: Rock, Classic Rock, Pop-Rock, Hard Rock, Soft Rock

Labels: Bell, Brandon's Own

Associated Acts: Emperor, Garagie, The Ha-Has

Past Members: Jerry Manchin, Phil Brank, Brandon Caniel, Jerry ASgar, John Peterson

A-2 was a rock band formed in 1980 by Jerry Manchin and Phil Brank. The band achieved moderate success but maintained a steady devoted fan base. They are best known for their 1986 song "Weird Lanterns" The band retired in 1989 but have been known to do improv private live shows to this day and keep close contact with each other. They are considered a cult band.

Albums:

1981: A-2

1983: Rockin'

1985: A+2=

1986: Abstract

1988: Get It Straight

1989: Electricland