Skyclad

Skyclad was formed in 1990 by Martin Walkyier (recently departed from [a=Sabbat (2)]) and Steve Ramsey with a view to create the "ultimate pagan metal band". Skyclad are considered by many to be pioneers of folk metal; their earlier work is characterized by Thrash - not entirely dissimilar to Walkier's previous band Sabbat, albeit with ever increasing Folk influences. On later albums the band progressed away from their Thrash roots and became gradually more Folk-influenced, settling into a style more akin to early Heavy Metal.

Founder member Martin Walkyier departed the band in 2001, leaving Rhythm guitarist and longtime producer Kevin Ridley to take over vocal duties.

[b]Current Members[/b]

Kevin Ridley: vocals, guitar, acoustic guitar (1998- )
Steve Ramsey: lead guitar, acoustic guitar, backing vocals (1990- )
Graeme English: bass guitar, acoustic guitar, classical guitar (1990- )
Georgina Biddle: fiddle, keyboard, piano (1994- )
Arron Walton: drums, percussion (2001- )