X-5

X-5 formed in the UK in the mid-1980s, originally coming together from members of a local band called The Hyenas. They started playing small clubs and pubs around the country, building a following with their energetic live shows. Their early years involved plenty of practice and songwriting while facing the usual struggles of trying to get noticed.

In 1988, they signed with EMI and released their debut album 'Dangerous,' which included the title track that became a hit. That album gave them their first chart success and established their presence. They followed it with albums like 'Heartbreaker' in 1990 and 'Demons' in 1992, continuing to release music through the 1990s and into the 2000s.

The band's lineup changed over time, with guitarist Ian Gillan leaving in 1996 and bassist Ray McVeigh departing in 2002. Tommy Newton and Mark Free joined to fill those roles. Through these changes, they kept recording and performing, putting out songs like 'Don't Put On An Act' and 'Do You Wanna See Me Go Crazy' that maintained their sound.