Forgodsake

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Forgodsake were an English Heavy Metal band from Newcastle Upon Tyne formed in 1990.

FORGODSAKE
Origin	Newcastle Upon Tyne, England
Genre(s)	Heavy Metal Hard Rock
Years active	1990-1996
Label(s)	Bleeding Hearts Music for Nations
Associated acts	Skyclad 3 Colours Red The Shotgun Brides

1 Biography
2 Personnel
3 Discography
4 External Links

[edit] Biography

Forgodsake were a band fronted by Kevin Ridley before joining Skyclad as second guitarist in 1997 and eventually becoming their lead singer in 2001. Ridley also coproduced Skyclads releases prior to joining the band as a permanent member.

In addition to this, Chris McCormack was also a founding member and lead guitarist for the band. He featured on the band's debut album 'Blasthead' before leaving to form Britrock band 3 Colours Red in which he gained some UK chart success.

During the band's hiatory, they supported numerous artists such as Gun, Girlschool, The Wildhearts, Skyclad and Mr Big.

[edit] Personnel

[edit] Final lineup

Kevin Ridley – Vocals, Guitars (1990–1996)
Drew Gallon – Bass (1990–1996)
Gary Binns – Drums (1990–1996)

[edit] Previous members

Chris McCormack - Guitar (1990–1994)
Steve Wallace – Guitar (1990–1994)

[edit] Guest & Touring members

Martin Walkyier – Additional Vocals in the song 'Skyhigh' on the 'Blasthead' album (1994)
Fritha Jenkins - Guest on 'Blasthead' album (1994)
Steve Ramsey – Additional lead guitar on Gunk and touring (1996)