Despite opening for major acts like Iron Maiden and Dio , commercial superstardom remained elusive, and the group disbanded in 1987. Later Years and Legacy
was a British hard rock band formed in 1982 by the legendary bassist Pete Way following his initial departure from UFO . Characterized by its raw "no-nonsense" rock and roll spirit, the group became a revolving door for elite talent in the heavy metal scene, featuring members from Def Leppard , Motörhead , and Tyketto over its decades-long history. The Formation and "Vices" (1982–1983) Waysted
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 Despite opening for major acts like Iron Maiden
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) The Formation and "Vices" (1982–1983) After a brief