[2] They recorded The McCoys' song "Sorrow" (also covered by David Bowie on his 1973 cover album, Pin Ups) with the band before embarking on a solo career, where he recorded "Bye Bye Baby" (not to be confused with a Four Seasons track of a similar title), a typical Merseybeat tune,[3] followed by the singles "Annabella", and "You Make My Day".
He also worked on the popular Top of the Pops record series, which contained anonymous cover versions of recent and current hit singles.
During this time he worked with fellow musician friend, Jimmy Campbell, and formed the band Rockin' Horse.
They toured the UK and Europe supporting Rod Stewart, released more singles, and found popularity in South America (they were the first band to play large stadiums in Brazil).
[8] In 1978, they played at the Royal Gala Performance at the request of Prince Charles,[citation needed] at the Empire Theatre in Liverpool.
Kinsley formed a side band, The Cheats, with members Kenny Parry (guitar), and Brian Rawling (drums), playing pubs and clubs in and around Merseyside.