Wayne and the Exceptions were a 1960s rock band known for their energetic performances and dynamic musical style, which combined elements of garage rock and rhythm and blues. The band, led by singer Wayne Proctor, achieved regional success in the Midwestern United States, particularly in their home state of Minnesota. Though they did not achieve significant national fame, their raw and powerful sound influenced local music scenes and provided a strong foundation for the emergence of the Twin Cities' punk rock scene in the 1970s. Their most notable work is the 1965 single "Five More Steps," which remains a cult favorite among garage rock enthusiasts.