Formed in 1968 as Hogsnort Rupert's Original Flagon Band, the name was shortened in 1970 after the second album.
Hogsnort Rupert became one of the longest-running bands in New Zealand music history.
Hogsnort Rupert then included Wishart, Boardman and John Reilly (vocals, guitar).
Later Hogsnort Rupert musicians included; John Newton, Graham Brown, Neil Worboys, Kevin Findlater, Bernie Reber, Dean Ruscoe, and Graeme Luther.
In November 2010, Hogsnort Rupert celebrated its 40th anniversary with two live concerts in Napier.