707 was an American rock band that was formed in Detroit, Michigan in 1979. The band consisted of Kevin Chalfant on lead vocals, Jim McClarty on drums, Duke McFadden on keyboards and vocals, Tod Howarth on guitar and vocals, and Phil Bryant on bass.

The band's self-titled debut album, released in 1980, included the hit single "I Could Be Good for You," which reached No. 54 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Their second album, "The Second Album," was released in 1981 and included the hit single "Mega Force," which became a staple of AOR radio.

707's music was often described as a blend of hard rock and AOR (Album-Oriented Rock), with melodic hooks and catchy choruses. Their sound was similar to that of other bands in the genre, such as Journey, Styx, and Foreigner.

In 1983, Kevin Chalfant left the band to join another AOR group, The Storm, and was replaced by former LeRoux vocalist Dale Krantz Rossington. The band released one more album, "Mega Force," in 1984 before disbanding in the mid-1980s.

In the years since, 707 has occasionally reunited for live performances and released a few compilation albums. The band's music has continued to enjoy a cult following among fans of AOR and classic rock.

• Kevin Russell - guitar/vocals
• Duke McFadden - guitar/keyboards/vocals
• David Carr - keyboards
• Phil Bryant - bass/vocals
• Jim McCarty - drums

1. "707" (1980) - Single: "I Could Be Good For You"

• Kevin Russell - guitar/vocals
• Phil Bryant - bass/vocals
• Jim McCarty - drums
• Andy Celley - keyboards

1. "The Second Album" (1981) - Single: "Strings Around My Heart"

• Kevin Russell - guitar/vocals
• Phil Bryant - bass/vocals
• Jim McCarty - drums
• Tod Howarth - guitar/keyboards/vocals
• Kevin Chalfant - vocals

1. "Megaforce" (1982) - Single: "Megaforce"

• Kevin Russell - guitar/vocals
• Don Bassey - bass
• Denny Carmassi - drums - formerly with Montrose, Gamma, Sammy Hagar, Heart, Whitesnake, Coverdale-Page, and Ted Nugent.
  

1. "Trip To Heaven" (2000) - As 707's first recording in 18 years, "Trip To Heaven" (Bedrock Records) is a real treat.  With the exception of drums (played by Denny Carmassi) and bass on four of the songs (Don Bassey), Kevin Russell is practically a one-man band on this album, handling all of the vocals, guitars, and keyboards, playing bass on six of the eleven tracks, and authoring all songs.  The album is instantly likeable from start to finish, and varies from straight-ahead rock to blues-rock.  The lead track, "Firing Line" (a rocker), features some nice guitar fills and a hot solo.  A couple of songs, "Make Up Your Mind" and "All I Ever Wanted" (nice slide guitar), remind me of Eric Clapton's mellower side, and the inspiring "Never Say Die" has a nice bridge with wah-wah guitar solo.  "Sinful Woman", "Cause And Effect", and "Pain" are all competent blues-rock tunes, with some very nice guitar licks.  "Rock 'n' Roller" and the title track, "Trip To Heaven", are both solid rockers.  But my favorite cut on the album is "Don't Say You Love Me", which starts quietly, then really cranks with a scorching guitar solo.  The last track, "Reprise", is a mellow instrumental duet of electric guitar and piano...a nice way to end the album.  Russell's guitar work and vocals shine throughout, and I found my foot tapping whenever this CD was playing.  Put simply, this CD really rocks, and it's nice to hear some good "new" music for a change.

1. "707 / The Second Album" (2-fer) (1998)

• Kevin Russell's Web Site
• Bedrock Records - These folks are putting out some great new music (e.g., 707's "Trip To Heaven") along with important reissues from classic bands Gypsy and Heartsfield...check it out!