20 years ago ...
apr 81
After weeks demoing, the band flew out to Munich on the 21st to record the third CBS/Epic album. Whilst in Germany, they play a few gigs.
mar 81
One date, but demoing stage more advanced. Banks preparing tapes in his Walthamstow studio.
feb 81
A few dates around the country, trying out new material.
jan 81
A couple of dates, but mostly demoing for new album.
dec 80
A few more tour dates to wind up the year.
nov 80
On tour in the UK, including the second annual Christmas bash at the Rainbow Theatre.
oct 80
Video for the Wild West Show single filmed at a western theme park. Session for the BBC's Old Grey Whistle test filmed and broadcast.
sept 80
After much delay, the difficult second album 80-f is released, along with a new single Wild West Show.
may 80
Pete King makes his drumming debut with the band at the Slough Fulcrum.
apr 80
New album finished, but rejected by rejected by record company. Single Love Will Always Make You Cry pressed but release aborted. Nick Brotherwood leaves. After auditions (including Martin Neil) Pete King recruited. Mack taken on as new producer to rescue album. Re-recording begins. New version of Love Will Always Make You Cry released.
feb 80
Work on the new album continues with producer Tony Mansfield. Short 'Fancy Dress' club tour. Copies of live promo given away at gigs.
jan 80
Work on the new album continues with producer Tony Mansfield. Brotherwood joins band.
nov 79
The Laser Love tour continues. Ivor collapses on stage, and is covered by Nick Brotherwood. The tour reaches it's climax at the Rainbow Theatre, Finsbury Park. Ivor leaves. Sessions for new album begin, with producer Tony Mansfield. New single Life In The City released.
oct 79
The Laser Love tour continues. Appearance on The Old Grey Whistle Test.
sept 79
New album Laser Love released. UK Tour to support album begins.