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How did the band Travis get started?
The band that would become Travis was formed by brothers Chris Martyn (bass) and Geoff Martyn (keyboards) along with Simon Jarvis (drums).
When did the band Travis start playing?
With brothers Chris and Geoff Martyn on bass and keyboards, in 1993, the five-some released a privately made CD, The Glass Onion EP.
What was the band Travis' first record?
With brothers Chris and Geoff Martyn on bass and keyboards, in 1993, the fivesome released a privately made CD, The Glass Onion EP.
Did the band Travis win any awards?
Travis band won a few awards from Q Awards and Brit Awards.

Question: When did they become popular?
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