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Sounds like those insects can work it out? ( 3,7 )

The Beatles. Sounds like insects ( beetles ) = Beatles. 'We Can Work It Out'= classic beatles song. Not much you can say about The Beatles that hasn't already been said Along with Elvis and maybe Dylan the Beatles transcended the normal parameters of showbiz and became a cultural phenomenon, that will ( I believe ) endure as long as people enjoy music .

Holy book's number one? ( 7 )

Genesis. Clue relates to the first book of the bible = Genesis. Genesis were formed in England in 1968. Peter Gabriel left in the mid seventies to pursue a solo career. This left the drummer of the band- a certain Phil Collins - to take on the vocals as well as the drums.

Chris Cringle's not available initially afterwards? ( 7 )

Santana. Chris Cringle = Santa( Claus ) + NA ( not available - initials ) Santana named after founder and guitarist Carlos Santana brought to the world an orgasmic blend of rock and latin rhythms from their native Mexico.

Giant slayer grabs kind of Knife and takes on scary monsters? ( 5,5 )

David Bowie. Giant slayer = David ( and Goliath ) Knife = Bowie ( Jim Bowie knife ) Scary monsters was an album title. 'The thin white duke' still remains one of the most inventive and charismatic performers in recording history.

Sounds like these guys are prohibited from making albums? ( 3,4 )

The Band. Banned ( prohibited ) sounds like band. Featuring Robbie Robertson 'The Band' formerly known as the 'Hawks' teamed up with Bob Dylan in 1965 helping him transcend from folk to rock, and playing on several 'Dylan' albums.

These guys didn't bother calling their Derby runner anything? ( 7 )

America. Clue relates to America's biggest hit 'A Horse With No Name'. ' You see I've been through a desert on a horse with no name, it felt good to be out of the rain, in the desert you can remember your name for there ain't no-one for to give you no pain, lar la lar la la la'.

Following this band you may come across a pot of gold? ( 7 )

Rainbow. Too easy! Rainbow, formed in the U.K. by Ritchie Blackmore - ex 'Deep Purple' axeman and ex 'Elf' singer - American - Ronnie James Dio, proberbly one of the most under-rated rock singers around.

The bloody muse stupidly asked the question? ( 3,5,5 )

The Moody Blues. Anagram of 'the bloody muse'. 'Question' was a big hit for the moodies, as well as the seminal classic 'Nights In White Satin'. Unbelievably written by singer Justin Hayward when he was a mere sixteen.

The chaps at Scotland Yard no less? ( 3,6 )

The Police. Sting and friends made some of the most memorable pop-rock songs of the late 70's and 80's. Sting became even more successful with his solo career.

Excuse me Joseph where are you departing to with that firearm in your appendage? ( 4,7 )

Jimi Hendrix. Clue comes from an adapted transcript of the opening lines of the classic track 'Hey Joe'. Hendrix was quite simply a breath of fresh air.