Ion Drive formed in Melbourne in 1982 and quickly became part of Australia’s early heavy metal movement. Their first releases, Witches (demo) and Friday the 13th (EP), both appeared in 1984 and captured the raw energy of the band’s formative years. After a brief split, members regrouped under the name Angelica in 1987, continuing to perform Ion Drive material before reverting to the original name in 1988. The band remained active into the mid-1990s and returned in 2009 with new members and renewed focus, releasing the Witch Hunt EP in 2017.

Ion Drive’s current status is uncertain. Their last public post appeared in 2023, and there have been no confirmed updates since. Notable members over the years include Jennifer Thumwood, Dave King, Joe Cordina, and founding drummer Mick Burns (rip), whose early contributions helped shape the band’s sound. Operating independently and unsigned, Ion Drive’s legacy remains rooted in Melbourne’s heavy metal underground.

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