Bassist Ralph James formed Harlequin in 1975, adding vocalist George Belanger, guitarist John Hannah, keyboard player John White and drummer Denton Young. The Winnipeg-band was signed by Epic four years later, beginning a string of Canadian hits with "Survive." As the band progressed, Glen Willows replaced Hannah, Gary Golden took over for John White and David Budzak took Denton Young's place. Harlequin's albums include Victim of a Song (1979), Love Crime (1980) and Harlequin's Greatest Hits (1986).