A Queens, NY-based hardcore/metal quintet from the late '80s/early '90s, Leeway was born out of the New York Hardcore scene. Often touted as one of the pioneers of the scene, Leeway were one of the first, followed by many, to inject metal and hip-hop sounds into the hardcore format. After years of local hardcore shows and opening for national Metal/thrash acts like Exodus, Nuclear Assault, and Suicidal Tendencies, LEEWAY busted out nationally, with their release of their debut album Born to Expire
in 1988, and their subsequent US tour supporting hardcore legends, Bad Brains in 1989. Leeway were never afraid to experiment with their sound. The band later did more extensive touring in Europe through the early-mid 90s, but never quite achieved
the musical recognition, nor the financial success they really deserved. They were trully, musically ahead of their time. The group issued a total of four albums during their career -- 1988's Born to Expire, 1991's Desperate Measures, 1994's Adult Crash, and 1995's Open Mouth Kiss, while 1996 saw a two for one reissue of Born to Expire/Desperate Measures. Update to 2006, the band has re-formed, with their
original, full line-up from 1989 and Desperated Measures album. Leeway is actively pursuing record deals to re-release their first two albums, and are also working on new material. Is the world finally ready for LEEWAY?Leeway are:
A.J. Novello--guitar
Eddie Sutton--vocals
Mike Gibbons--guitar
Jimmy Xanthos--bass
Pokey--drumsLEEWAY live at cbgb's 02.24.06
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