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released on Greensleeves Records with titles themed around Scientist's fictional achievements in fighting Space Invaders

In the midst of recording verses for the album as well as verses for his solo album

the extent of his participation has been disputed) [a=Gordon Copley] -1985 (rehearsals and one studio track only) [a=Dave Spitz] "The Beast" - 1985-1986

This LP marks a seismic shift in direction for Hawley

Dire Straits - Dire Straits tool released on Greensleeves Records withBritish rock band formed in 1977 by Mark Knopfler, David Knopfler, John Illsley and Pick Withers. The group first split up in 1988 but reformed in 1991 and then disbanded again in 1995. Full time band members: [a=Mark Knopfler] lead guitar, lead vocals (19771995) [a=John Illsley] bass guitar, backing vocals (19771995) [a=Alan Clark] keyboards (19801995) [a=Guy Fletcher] synthesizer, backing vocals (19841995) [a=David Knopfler] rhythm guitar,