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	Pete Kartsounes: Singer: Songwriter (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		At his young age, Pete was chosen to sing soprano in the 100 piece "Appleton Boys Choir".
		Pete is currently working on a 3rd album with collaboration of many renowned international musicians.
		Pete plans to spend his career traveling internationally, performing the music he has been inspired to write from the heart and soul.
	www.petekmusic.com /bio.html (321 words)

	polishedheavymetal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Willis is a self-taught rocker who first became interested in guitar at age seven after hearing Jimi Hendrix's "Voodoo Chilie" [Electric Ladyland, Reprise, 2RS-6307] on the radio, while Clark studied classical music for two years before abandoning nylon strings for steel.
		Pete went to school two days a week and worked the remainder of the time as a draftsman at the British Oxygen Company.
		Pete shares one experience he had after a Def Leppard concert in Newcastle, England: "This guy came backstage and said he was in a local band.
	www.steveclarkguitar.com /polishedHM1982.html (1646 words)

	StevesStory (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Later, at Stannington College he got talking to a young boy around his age about guitars as it turned out that they both played, and the boy, named Pete Willis, explained to Steve about his band and that they were considering adding a second guitarist so he invited Steve to come to a rehearsal.
		Pete was there with Joe Elliott, the singer in his band.
		Pete and his band mates Joe Elliott (vocals), Rick Savage (bass) and Tony Kenning - who would later be replaced by Rick Allen - (drums) had called their band Def Leppard and were rehearsing in an old spoon factory building on Bramall Lane.
	www.steveclarkguitar.com /StevesStory.html (2594 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Pete co-founded Atomic Mass together with Sav and Tony Kenning in the late 70s -- the band that would become Def Leppard.
		During the recordings of "PYROMANIA" in 1982, it was clear to the band that Pete was too difficult to handle due to excessive drinking, and he was let go.
		In his post-Leppard career, Pete was involved in two musical projects, but is currently not active in the music business anymore and now runs his own property management company.
	www.defleppard.com /band/band_pete.html (89 words)

	CRpuzzles Logic Problem Solution - It's a Dog's Life
		However, there is now no way for pets Pete and Willis in clue 9 to live on the same floor.
		By clue 9, the families with pets Pete and Willis live on the same floor, which must be the 3rd.
		The Witts don't have Willis (3), so their dog is Pete; and Willis's family is across the hall from the Witts.
	www.crpuzzles.com /logic/logic0107s.html (489 words)

	The Def Leppard Atomic Mess: Band History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Def Leppard was formed in 1977 by Joe Elliott, Rick Savage, and Pete Willis in Sheffield, England.
		In his teens, Sav was considered a football/soccer-talent and he was asked to join Sheffield United (despite the fact that he was a fan of rival Sheffield Wednesday), for which he played a couple of years -- but he chose to be in a band after all.
		During the recordings of Pyromania in 1982, it was clear to the band that Pete was too difficult to handle due to excessive drinking, and he was fired.
	defleppard.snaggledworks.com /defhist.html (564 words)

	The Bryan-College Station Eagle> Region & State (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		When Pete Willis began his career with the Bryan Police Department in 1975, officers had to be skilled in the art of talking and making friends.
		But despite the progress, Willis decided last fall that it was time to move on and look for new challenges.
		Willis said he became familiar with the Texas AandM department while working off-duty at Aggie football games and the opening of the George Bush Library with PTTS employees.
	www.theeagle.com /region/localregional/070702wilisretire.htm (533 words)

	((( Def Leppard UK.com ))) :: Band Article 1993:
		Willis, as part of his training with the British Oxygen Company, was browsing through a school library when he first bumped into Steve Clark.
		Pete Martin, who owned a record store in Sheffield, and his partner Frank Stuart-Brown, a promotion representative for Arista Records, formed their own company, MSB, and secured a three-year contract with the young band.
		Pete Willis drank so much on the flight that he had to be carried off the plane when it landed in LA - a sign of things to come.
	www.deflepparduk.com /bandart931.html (2215 words)

	PETE WILLIS
		Pete was the catalyst that sparked the over the top banzi screaming blitzkrieg that is displayed on the first 2 albums.
		Dismissing Pete on the grounds of alcohol is pretty lame considering what happened in the ensuing years of the band.
		This page was lovingly put together by your host Riff Bludgeon-Ola, with much thanks to Darth Tulip, for refining it to a fine sheen hone, and also a tip of the tote array to Bezel Assembly for a singular, but on the money suggestion.
	members.tripod.com /Pete_Willis_Def_Lep (408 words)

	Def Leppard Unofficial Website
		Def Leppard was formed in 1977 in Sheffield, England by guitarist Pete Willis, bassist Rick Savage, drummer Tony Kenning, and lead vocalist Joe Eliot.
		In 1982 guitarist Pete Willis is fired shortly after the recording of Def Leppard's break through album Pyromania.
		Def Leppard is currently in the studio recording their 10th album appropriately title X (the Roman Numeral for 10) and it is scheduled to be released sometime this spring.
	snow.prohosting.com /deflep/biography/band.html (748 words)

	Desendants of James Logan Colbert: Sixth Generation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Aubrey Willis (#4992) was born in IT 22 OCT 1905.
		Holmes 'Pete' Cameron Willis was born 21 SEP 1914.
		Betty Jo Willis (#4996) was born 3 JAN 1922.
	www.chickasawhistory.com /colbert/i0004983.htm (202 words)

	New Page 1
		Dan Willis, one of New York City’s most active and versatile woodwind specialists, performs regularly across a wide spectrum of music from Jazz to New Music.
		Willis’ work can also be heard on T.V jingles for E-Bay, Snapple and Hershey's, as well as “Monday Night Football,“ Nick Jr.'s, “The Backyardigans,'“ and ESPN’s Roger Maris documentary.
		Pete has performed with some of the greats in jazz: Kenny Wheeler, Dave Liebman, Kenny Garrett, Peter Erskine, Gary Thomas, Greg Osby, Brian Blade, and the Maria Schneider Orchestra.
	danwillis.com /bio_band.htm (2214 words)

	Pete’s new heroine! \| MTV UK
		Kate Moss has been papped with a huge antique sparkler on her ring finger sparking rumours she and her Babyshambles on-off bloke Pete Doherty are engaged.
		The pixie-faced couple then carried on partying into the weekend which is when paps captured the shot of Kate’s huge new piece of finger furniture.
		Pete’s spokesperson didn't deny or confirm the story while Kate’s agent was unavailable for comment.
	www.mtv.co.uk /channel/mtvuk/news/pete_s_new_heroine (214 words)

	the Picture Disc Website
		Formed 1977 in Sheffield England by bassist Rick Savage(born December 2,1960), and guitarist Pete Willis.
		Originally called Atomic Mass, the name of the group was changed to Def Leopard after the recruitment of vocalist Joe Elliot(born August 1,1959).
		Pete Willis was fired for alcohol abuse, and was replaced with guitarist Phil Collen(born December 8,1957).
	www.angelfire.com /rock/picturediscs/def_leppard_roa.html (449 words)

	USATODAY.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		In the documentary, you actually see Pete Willis playing what he thinks it was originally.
		Joe Elliott: I spoke to Pete during the documentary, and he was skeptical of doing it.
		Pete's fine now, and if I was in Sheffield I'd cross the street to shake his hand.
	www.usatoday.com /community/chat/2002-03-06-elliott.htm (1120 words)

	THE DEF LEPPARD FREQUENCY \| Def Leppard Band Members \| Pete Willis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Pete Willis was also a guitar enthusiast in
		From there on, Pete helped Leppard get out of Sheffield by co-writing music on their first three albums:
		, Pete's 'little big-man' complex and his drinking problem led to his dismissal from Def Leppard.
	defleppardfrequency.homestead.com /BandMemberPeteWillis.html (195 words)

	Def Leppard
		Rick Savage (bass), Pete Willis (guitars) and Tony Kenning (drums) formed the band in 1977 in Sheffield (see 1977 in music).
		Phil Collen, former guitarist from the band Girl, replaced Pete Willis who was fired on July 11, 1982 due to alcoholism.
		Pete Willis later recorded with the bands Gogmagog and Roadhouse.
	www.artistopia.com /def-leopard (760 words)

	Lichfield Nomads Cricket Club: Club News 2006
		Pete Gardner scored his first century since scoring 156* in 2002 against the same opposition.
		Pete Willis won the May first prize and Ed Pinfield won the second prize in the May 50 Club.
		Pete Gardner won the April first prize and Mark Heslington won the second prize in the April 50 Club.
	www.geocities.com /nomadscc.geo/news (1664 words)

	Def Leppard @ Soundbug
		Rick Savage and Pete Willis formed the band in 1977 in Sheffield.
		Savage and Willis liked it and, after a brief spelling change, DEF LEPPARD was born.
		Phil Collen (former guitarist from band "Girl" replaced Pete Willis (who was fired on July 11, 1982 due to Willis' alcoholism), during the recording of their next release, Pyromania (January 20, 1983).
	www.soundbug.com /artist/271 (621 words)

	THE DEF LEPPARD FREQUENCY \| Def Leppard Timeline \| Pyromania (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		I thought they were a good band.. but, you know from thinking they're a good band to mega platinum status in the States is just unbelievable.
		Willis came in one morning.. "pissed as a skunk. I could smell it when he
		He was perfect for the slot and helped every get over the loss of Pete.
	www.defleppardfrequency.com /TimelinePyromania.html (1219 words)

	Public Home \| Randy Willis & Sons \| Fotki.com
		Daniel Oscar Willis and Dr. Greene Strother served in World War I. Dr. Strother captured more Germans than any other soldier, besides the famed Sgt. York, in World War I. He was awarded the French Croix de Guerre, the Distinguished Service Cross and the Purple Heart.
		Julia Coatney Willis Scarbrough died of a heart attack and is buried in the Mountain View Cemetery at San Bernardino, California.
		Julia Coatney Willis "Aunt Coatney" was the youngest daughter of Daniel Hubbard Willis, Jr.
	public.fotki.com /Willis (1646 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Pete meets Steve "Steamin'" Clark, who becomes the 2nd guitarist, and Joe Elliott, lead vocalist.
		During the recordings of "Pyromania" (1983), the band's third official album, Pete Willis is fired due to the fact that he can't play his parts, due to heavy drinking.
		It has been produced by Pete Woodroffe (who also produced "Sl@ng") and it is considered to be a return to the bombastic sounds of "Pyromania", "Hysteria" and "Adrenalize".
	defleppard.snaggledworks.com /dlfaq.txt (7028 words)

	Matt Willis: “Leave Pete, Tom and Justin Alone” \| MTV UK
		Matt Willis: “Leave Pete, Tom and Justin Alone”
		Matt Willis has lent his support to Pete Doherty, Keane’s Tom Chaplin and The Darkness’s Justin Hawkins, who are all currently in rehab for drink and drug addiction.
		Speaking to MTV UK News the ‘Hey Kid’ singer said, "For anybody to make the decision to go into rehab it’s such a brave move.
	www.mtv.co.uk /channel/mtvuk/news/30082006/matt_willis_leave_pete_tom_and_justin_alone (298 words)

	The Bryan-College Station Eagle> Region & State (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		A retirement reception for Pete Willis, an outgoing assistant chief of the Bryan Police Department, will be Monday.
		Willis, a 27-year veteran with the department, announced this week that he will retire from the force in July.
		He is leaving to take a job with Texas AandM University as a manager with the parking department.
	www.theeagle.com /region/localregional/062602willisreception.htm (79 words)

	KGON-FM
		Growing up in Sheffield meant different things to different people, but for many it meant a relationship with the bottle.
		In 1982, guitarist Pete Willis was asked to leave the band as his drinking problem had grown too unbearable.
		Asked what he could come up with when given a tape, he showed up the next day and offered the solo to "Stagefright," a blinder of a tune with a raucous solo that would become their concert opener for years to come.
	www.kgon.com /ConcertCalendar.asp?artistid=27948 (515 words)

	DEF LEPPARD \| Rockdetector
		Originally titled ATOMIC MASS, formed when guitarist Pete Willis joined forces with bassist Rick Savage and drummer Tony Kenning at Sheffield's Tapton comprehensive school in 1977.
		As DEF LEPPARD, the name given to the band by newly hired vocalist Joe Elliott, the fledgling outfit performed its first gig in December 1977 to a gathering of friends playing THIN LIZZY and DAVID BOWIE covers plus an original composition in 'Misty Dreamer'.
		The band made its official live debut playing Westfield School in Sheffield on July 18th 1978, for which they are often reported to have earnt the princely sum of £5...
	www.rockdetector.com /artist,2383.sm (283 words)

	JR.com: DEF LEPPARD in Music (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Def Leppard: Joe Elliot (vocals); Pete Willis, Phil Collen, Steve Clark, Vivian Campbell (guitar); Rick Savage (bass guitar); Rick Allen...
		Def Leppard: Joe Elliott (vocals); Phil Collen, Vivian Campbell, Steve Clark, Pete Willis (guitar, background vocals); Rick Savage...
		Def Leppard: Pete Willis, Steve Clark (vocals, guitar); Rick Savage (vocals, bass); Rick Allen (vocals, drums); Joe Elliott...
	www.jr.com /xs-def-leppard-in-music--ap!t;nn!669557.html (337 words)

	Def Leppard - On Through The Night
		The quartet initially hired a tiny room in a spoon factory, which served as a rehearsal area.
		Early in 1978, Willis met another young guitarist, Steve Clark, and invited him to join.
		The album was Def Leppard's most successful to date, climbing to number 2 in the US album charts, but they were unable to build on that momentum.
	www.nehrecords.com /shop/DefOn.htm (724 words)

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