The Sharks

Formed in the late 70's by Alan Wilson, the Sharks started as a Rockabilly band, but later moved towards a more neo-rockabilly/psychobilly feel. Steve Whitehouse and Hodge joined in 1982, replacing the original drummer and bassist. This was now the classic Sharks line up that we have all grown up with. The band's first album 'Phantom Rockers' was recorded in 1982 and released soon afterwards on Nervous Records. The band later spilt in 1983



Steve went on to form Frenzy and has made a big success of it. Alan went on to carve a career as a record producer. Hodge could often be found playing in either Frenzy or some of Alan's studio and live projects. he now resides in Spain where he plays in the band Costa Rock.



The Sharks re-formed in 1993 with Alan Wilson on Guitar/vocals, Morrissey's bass player Gary Day on bass and Hodge on drums and released the album 'Recreational Killer' on Cherry Red/Anagram records and the 12" EP 'Bitch Attack' (Vinyl Japan).



In 1995 Steve returned when Gary left to re-join Morrissey. The next album was 'Colour My Flesh' in 1995 - again on Cherry Red/Anagram. Other releases included 'Ruff Stuff' - an album of demos and the vinyl EP 'Sir Psycho' (Fury).



Since then there have been some live albums and other bits and pieces including a 25 track 'Best Of' CD and some DVD appearances. The band still occasionally record, but quit live performances in 1999 - mailnly due to Alan's busy career as a producer. So promoters please don't keep asking the band to tour the States as the answer is most definitely; "Thanks but no thanks". It's nice to be remembered, but it just ain't gonna happen. Well, not in the foreseeable future



Nowadays, Steve can still be found touring and recording with his band Frenzy.

Hodge lives in Spain where he plays in Costa Rock - a busy covers band.

Alan is a producer and also owns a studio and label called Western Star.



For full discography, biography visit the Sharks website at:

www.the-sharks.co.uk

or for Sharks merchandise visit: www.western-star.co.uk