Lostprophets

Lostprophets ( /lɒstˈprɒfɪts/;) are an Welsh rock band from Pontypridd, formed in 1997. Founded by vocalist Ian Watkins, bassist (later guitarist) Mike Lewis, drummer Mike Chiplin and guitarist Lee Gaze, they were originally a side-project to hardcore punk band Public Disturbance. To date, Lostprophets have released five studio albums, most recent released Weapons on 2 April 2012. They are also part of the Cardiff music scene.