The Wad

The Wad

The Wad is a United States group associated with egg punk and synth punk. The original line-up includes Frank Berry, and after he leaves to form his own group, Jan King and Karen Haglof continue the band with new members.

Line-up and background

Jan King and Karen Haglof are both former members of Spitfire, a group that also includes ex-Litter rhythm guitarist Ran Rinaldi. The Wad’s later line-up adds Steve Almaas, known from the Commandos, and Dave Phelps, who previously plays with the Spooks. Mark Goldstein also joins on keyboards.

Members

The group includes Jan King on vocals, Karen Haglof on guitar, Steve Almaas on bass, Dave Phelps on drums, Mark Goldstein on keyboards, and Frank Berry as an original member.