PETE WAY

In a career spanning more than five decades rock musician, songwriter and producer Pete Way has established himself as a much-loved and highly regarded figure among rock fans, critics and fellow musicians alike. Best known for his work with UFO, Pete’s energetic live performances were at the heart of the band’s countless world tours, and his melodic bass lines underpinned the catalogue of enduring Rock classics upon which UFO’s reputation and legacy are founded.

The songwriting credits of the albums recorded during the band’s 70s/80s peak period, many of which attained high chart positions in both the UK and US charts, will show how significant Pete’s contribution to the style and sound that appealed, and continues to appeal, to generations of Rock fans around the world. Songs such as ‘Too Hot To Handle’, ‘Lights Out’ and ‘Shoot Shoot’ all bear the hallmarks of Pete’s signature songwriting style.

Pete’s post-UFO work has included stints with Fastway (alongside members of Motorhead and Humble Pie), Ozzy Osbourne, and his own long-running band Waysted.

Pete’s keen ear for song arrangement has also seen him serve as producer for popular Hard Rock acts such as Twisted Sister and the Cockney Reject. His ability in the production field was also developed while working with such respected producers as George Martin (famed for his work with The Beatles) and Ron Nevison (whose credits include Led Zeppelin, The Who, Meat Loaf and Heart) during his UFO days.

Recent years have seen an extensive re-issue campaign via EMI, covering UFOs 70s and 80s albums, along with collections of vintage live and session performances from the band. In 2013, two such collections were released in the shape of the UFO at the BBC box set and the Hot ‘N’ Live – The Chrysalis Anthology 1974-1983 live album. Two classic Waysted albums from the 80s, Vices and Save Your Prayers, have also been re-issued.

In 2017 Pete released his autobiography “A Fast Ride Out of Here: Confessions of Rocks Most Dangerous Man” to rave reviews. In 2019 he put the finishing touches on his new solo album Walking On The Edge which has guest musicians including Slash on the Mike Clink (Metallica, Guns ‘n’ Roses) produced album.