Atoll is a progressive rock band from Metz, France, where the band formed in
1972. The group endured multiple lineups during its early years. After debuting
with 1974's Musiciens Magiciens, Atoll's roster coalesced into its classic
lineup featuring singer/percussionist André Balzer, guitarist Chris Beya,
bassist Jean-Luc Thillot, drummer Alain Gozzo, and keyboardist Michel Taillet.
This incarnation of the band released L'Araignée-Mal in 1975. Tertio appeared in
1977 and featured a slightly revised group of musicians, as well as a more
commercialized sound that increased Atoll's p...