Neil Coombe formed Bad Habit in 1975 at age 15, along with fellow members Paul Wilton and Neal Ward. The group first started playing in Ipswich QLD where they were based. A short while after they started gigging in Brisbane and elsewhere throughout south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales. Bad Habit recorded some demos in early 1976 and supported AC/DC at Festival Hall later in the year (18 December). Early in 1977, Wilton left the group and was replaced by Steve Arthurson and John Pankoff . It was this line-up that recorded their debut album 'Stormchild'.
The group disbanded shortly after the LP was issued. 300 copies of the album were pressed through EMI Custom, with group members being responsible for sale and distribution. It is remarkable that 'Stormchild' appeared on vinyl at all, considering the difficulties that the group experienced during the recording and mixing of the album, and all on a budget of $600! Neil Coombe later appeared as a member of 42nd Street, Mr Meaner, Fear Of Falling and The Wishing Chair. Steve Arthurson died in 2001.
Members
Neil Coombe (vocals/guitar), Paul Wilton (vocals/bass), Neal Ward (drums), Steve Arthurson (vocals guitar), John Pankoff (bass)
References
https://rateyourmusic.com/collection/TrippyHippy/rating31495530
Hi, Steve Arthurson lived with my sister in Park Rd, Ipswich as friends. We knew Steve Arthurson and would watch the band at the City View hotel in the 70’s every Sunday afternoon. There was a guy who managed them at the time but can’t remember his name. We were close to the band. I have the album STORMCHILD. I don’t see any band photos of Steve. Is there any someone could publish on here. Steve had a daughter who emailed me years ago. I lost contact. If anyone is reading this that knew of him can you email me at mjforsyth9@optusnet.com.au I
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