Altered Imagesformed in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1979, with founding members Clare Grogan(vocals), (guitar), Tony McDaid (bass), and Michael "Tich" Anderson (drums). In 1980 Clare appeared in Bill Forsyth's film Gregory's Girlwhich helped to bring attention to the band, and after sending a demo to Siouxsie and the Bansheesthey secured an opening slot for their 1980 tour. This association soon resulted in the choice of Banshees bassist Steven Severinto produce AI's first recorded work. Following the 1980 tour and with the support of John Peel, Britain’s most influential DJ, the band signed with Epic. The first two singles, .
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