Steven Edward Duren, better known by his stage name Blackie Lawless, is an American singer, songwriter and musician, best known as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for heavy metal band W.A.S.P.
Lawless performing in 2012
Lawless performing with W.A.S.P. in 2006
W.A.S.P. is an American heavy metal band formed in 1982. They emerged from the early 1980s Los Angeles heavy metal scene. The band's popularity peaked that decade, yet they continue to record and tour. W.A.S.P. gained notoriety for their shock rock-themed image, lyrics and live performances. They have sold over twelve million records worldwide, with their first two albums, W.A.S.P. (1984) and The Last Command (1985), being certified as gold by the RIAA.
W.A.S.P. performing in 2015
Blackie Lawless and W.A.S.P. performing in Norway
W.A.S.P. performing live in Stavanger, Norway, in 2006
Frontman Blackie Lawless, 2014