sentences:  The band changed its name in 1971 to Matumbi, a reggae band signed to Trojan Records, but Straker left in 1974.Along with his friend, guitarist Dave McShera, Straker joined Pete Hammond (bass) and Phil Towner (drums) in a dance band playing working men's clubs and weddings.They then met American soul singer Limmie Snell, and the band became Limmie Funk Limited with Andy Gierus on guitar.