Walt Woodward III

Who is Walt Woodward III?

Walt Woodward III was an American rock drummer who played in several bands, including Shark Island and Saints Or Sinners/The Scream.

He replaced original Saints Or Sinners/The Scream drummer Scott Travis, who left the band to replace drummer Dave Holland in Judas Priest, in 1989.

Walt started his career in the New York/New Jersey area, playing in Rachel, featuring Riot vocalist Rhett Forrester, and Americade, as well as several other bands. His move to California enabled him to be a part of Sweet Savage, Shark Island and The Scream. Walt also did a worldwide tour with surf guitar legend Dick Dale.

He was also in a three-day line-up with the heavy metal band, Twisted Sister in March 1982.

Walt returned to New Jersey and played in various local bands, including The Painkillers.