Catalyst - Paradise / "Catalyst was formed in 1987. The main lineup was solidified in 1989 with Walt Wise on Lead Vocals, Guitar, Keys, & Sax. Paul Soos on Bass & Vocals, Alan Newman on Guitar & Vocals, and Matt Stevens on Drums. After a 4 song EP, their first full length album "Paradise", was released in 1990 and immediately drew glowing reviews from such publications as CCM - Contemporary Christian Music Magazine, White Throne Magazine, Heaven's Metal Magazine, and others. They were immediately signed to a Worldwide Distribution deal with Spring Arbor Distributors and toured throughout the United States drawing interest from several Record Labels including Atlantic Records and Ocean Records. Drummer Stephan Roland, previously of the band "Bride", joined Catalyst shortly after completion of the "Paradise" album. The group disbanded in 1991."