Was (Not Was)

== Info ==
New wave band whose name was inspired by a founding member's tendency to place "not" before words. The last name of both members is Was. They are best known for their hit "Walk the Dinosaur", which is actually an anti-nuclear song. The album What Up Dog? made it to number 43. They had a second hit with Spy in the House of Love. They had several other hits on the club charts. Ozzy Osbourne was a guest performer at their concerts. Covered The Temptations. Other guest musicians included Iggy Pop of The Stooges. Toured with Dire Straits. Performed soul/jazz versions of Hank Williams songs. Another guest star was Booker T. Jones of Booker T. and the MGs. Also covered Bob Dylan. Performed on Late Night.
== Genres ==
New Wave
Category:New Wave
Category:Alternative
Category:Eighties