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Geddes Axe were a NWOBHM act out of Sheffield, UK. Forming in 1979, the band released their first single; “Return of the Gods” in 1980, followed by “Sharpen Yor Wits” - another single in 1982. Their final release was the EP “Escape from New York” in 1983, before the band split up. Last known line-up included:Tony Rose - vocals, Martin Wilson - guitars, Nick Brown - guitars, Mick Peace - bass, John Burke - drums Source: Last FM.
The Geddes Axe was the drive for public economy and retrenchment in UK government expenditure recommended in the 1920s by a Committee on National Expenditure chaired by Sir Eric Geddes. Source: Wikipedia.