Waysted

The band was notorious for its instability, with Way as the sole constant. Following Vices , they moved to the independent Music for Nations label for a self-titled EP in 1984, which featured UFO drummer .

The mid-80s saw a shift toward a more melodic sound, particularly with the 1986 album Save Your Prayers . This era featured: : Vocals (later of Tyketto) Paul Chapman : Guitar (ex-UFO) Johnny Dee : Drums (later of Britny Fox)

Despite opening for major acts like Iron Maiden and Dio , commercial superstardom remained elusive, and the group disbanded in 1987. Later Years and Legacy

After a brief stint with Fastway , Pete Way sought a more gritty, blues-infused sound that eschewed the polished "uniforms" of the era’s mainstream metal. He teamed up with Scottish vocalist , whose "gravel-throated" delivery became the band's signature. The original lineup included: Pete Way : Bass Fin Muir : Vocals Paul Raymond : Keyboards/Guitar (ex-UFO) Frank Noon : Drums (ex-Def Leppard) Ronnie Kayfield : Guitar