Wild Willy’s Gang

«Wild» Willy Bendiksen is one of Norway’s most renowned drummers,

In the 1980s, Willy toured with his band Road, supporting Motörhead, and released three albums. During this period, he also collaborated with Gry Jannicke Jarlum and went on to form Blonde On Blonde, later renamed Perfect Crime. 

In the 1990s, he joined the Thin Lizzy tribute band Bad Habitz alongside Ronni Le Tekrø (TNT), and later played in The Snakes with original Whitesnake guitarists Bernie Marsden and Micky Moody. 

 Up until 2013, Willy was the drummer for Jorn, featuring vocalist Jørn Lande, contributing to seven studio albums and two live releases.

Wild Willy’s Gang, formed in 1993 with Willy as the driving force and only permanent member. Over the years, the band has featured prominent musicians such as Ronni Le Tekrø (TNT), John Norum (Europe), and Brian Robertson (Thin Lizzy). 

Wild Willy’s Gang:

Wild Willy Bendiksen (drums), Bente Smaavik (vocals), Tor Erik Myhre (guitar) and Svein-Erik Bjørklund (bass)