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Blood, Sweat & Tears is a pioneering horn-driven jazz-rock ensemble formed in 1967 in New York City by Al Kooper and Bobby Colomby. From their groundbreaking sound to their acclaimed live performances, BS&T helped redefine American rock with sophisticated brass arrangements, bluesy grooves, and a fearless sense of experimentation. The band’s ascent paralleled a period of musical exploration that put horn sections at the forefront of mainstream rock.