Young Thunder was a Austin, Texas based metal band formed in 1987. They released three albums from 1988 to 1992. After 1992 the name was changed to Wasted Faith and the band disbanded in 1993. Young thunder secured regional and international success thanks to a positive reviews in Kerrang and Metal Hammer Magazines. At the heighth of YT's popularity they supported many metal heavyweights such as Exodus, Annihilator, Pantera, Suicidal Tendencies, Prong and many more. Establishing themselves further with a development deal with Atco records and intrest from other majors such as Atlantic Records. YT also caught the eye of legendary music kook Kim Fowley which the collectively declined. YT attained great success in Texas and especially San Antonio where they played larger venues and to many rabid fans. Often requiring outside security firms to ensure the bands safety on and off stage. YT dissolved after the name change and the various members started new projects most notably Tommy Mack with the formation of the currently active band THE LIFTERS.