Waysted May 2026

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

With the deaths of Paul Raymond (2019) and Pete Way (2020), the band’s active chapter came to a definitive close. 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 . 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) Following Vices , they moved to the independent