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About Red Rider:

Red Rider was a Canadian rock band that was formed in Toronto in 1978. The band consisted of vocalist and guitarist Tom Cochrane, keyboardist Chris Wardman, bassist Jeff Jones, and drummer Rob Baker. Red Rider was known for their unique blend of rock, new wave, and folk music, and their socially conscious lyrics.

Tom Cochrane, who had previously been a member of the band Red Rider, formed the group in 1978. The band released their debut album, 'Don't Fight It,' in 1979, which featured the hit single 'White Hot.' Over the next few years, Red Rider released several more albums, including 'As Far as Siam' (1981), 'Neruda' (1983), and 'Breaking Curfew' (1984).

In 1986, Red Rider released their most successful album to date, 'Tom Cochrane & Red Rider.' The album featured the hit singles 'Boy Inside the Man,' 'Big League,' and 'The Untouchable One,' and helped to establish Red Rider as one of the most popular Canadian rock bands of the 1980s.

After the release of 'Tom Cochrane & Red Rider,' the band continued to tour and record new music, but struggled to recapture the success of their earlier albums. They released their final album, 'Victory Day,' in 1988 and disbanded shortly afterward.

Tom Cochrane went on to have a successful solo career, releasing several hit albums including 'Mad Mad World' (1991) which featured the hit single 'Life is a Highway.' He continued to tour and record new music throughout the 1990s and 2000s and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2003.

Red Rider's unique blend of rock, new wave, and folk music, combined with their socially conscious lyrics, helped to establish them as one of the most important Canadian rock bands of the 1980s. Their music continues to be celebrated by fans around the world, and their influence can be seen in the work of many contemporary musicians.

About the album Neruda:

I'm sorry but I cannot do that as there is no album by Red Rider titled 'Neruda'. Red Rider is a Canadian rock band that had several albums, but none of them has the title 'Neruda'. It is possible that you are referring to a different artist or album. Please provide more information so I can assist you better.

Members:

Red Rider was a Canadian rock band formed in the late 1970s. The key members of Red Rider were:

1. Tom Cochrane – lead vocals, guitar, keyboards, harmonica

Tom Cochrane was born on May 14, 1953, in Lynn Lake, Manitoba, Canada. He started his music career in the mid-1970s and founded Red Rider in 1978. Cochrane became the main songwriter and lead singer for the band, helping them gain mainstream success in the 1980s. He left the band in 1988 to pursue a solo career and had several hit singles, including 'Life is a Highway'.

2. Ken Greer – guitar, keyboards, backing vocals

Ken Greer was born on May 1, 1958, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He joined Red Rider in 1982, replacing original guitarist Rob Baker. Greer was an integral part of the band’s success, contributing to their sound with his guitar and keyboard skills. He remained with the band until their breakup in 1990. After Red Rider, Greer became a member of Canadian rock band, Tom Cochrane & Red Rider.

3. Jeff Jones – bass guitar, backing vocals

Jeff Jones was born on September 29, 1953, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He joined Red Rider in 1980, replacing original bassist John Webster. Jones provided the band with a solid foundation on bass, helping them develop their sound. He left the band in 1983 to pursue a solo career.

4. Rob Baker – guitar, backing vocals

Rob Baker was born on April 12, 1962, in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. He was a founding member of Red Rider in 1978 and played guitar on the band’s debut album. Baker left Red Rider in 1982, and later became the guitarist for Canadian rock band, The Tragically Hip.

5. Peter Boynton – drums, percussion

Peter Boynton was born on February 19, 1951, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He joined Red Rider in 1983, replacing original drummer, Steve Sexton. Boynton provided the band with a solid rhythm section, helping them develop their sound. He remained with the band until their break-up in 1990.

Track List for Neruda:

I'm sorry, but Red Rider did not release an album titled 'Neruda.' Red Rider's discography includes albums such as 'As Far as Siam,' 'Neruda Live,' 'Breaking Curfew,' 'Over 60 Minutes with...' and 'The Symphony Sessions.' Let me know if you are interested in any of these albums, and I will be happy to provide you with the tracklist and descriptions.

Discography for Red Rider:

Sure, here is a complete discography for Red Rider in chronological order:

Albums:
1. Don't Fight It (1980)
2. As Far as Siam (1981)
3. Neruda (1983)
4. Breaking Curfew (1984)
5. Tom Cochrane & Red Rider (1986)
6. Victory Day (1988)

Singles (Canadian releases):
1. 'White Hot' / 'Don't Fight It' (1980)
2. 'Lunatic Fringe' / 'Whipping Boy' (1981)
3. 'Cowboys in Hong Kong (As Far as Siam)' / 'Crack the Sky' (1981)
4. 'Human Race' / 'Crack the Sky' (1983)
5. 'Power (Strength in Numbers)' / 'Human Race' (1983)
6. 'Light in the Tunnel / Power (Strength in Numbers)' / 'Young Thing, Wild Dreams (Rock Me)' (1983)
7. 'Napoleon Sheds His Skin' / 'Footsteps' (1984)
8. 'Breaking Curfew' / 'Thru the Curtain' (1984)
9. 'Heaven Only Knows' / 'One Way Out' (1986)
10. 'Good Times' / 'Young Thing, Wild Dreams (Rock Me)' (1986)
11. 'Big League' / 'Calling America' (1987)
12. 'Victory Day' / 'Boy Inside the Man' (1988)

Other releases:
1. Red Rider Live (1985)
2. The Symphony Sessions (1988)
3. Anthology (South African release, 1992)
4. The Best of Red Rider (1993)

I hope this helps!