Welsh rocker denies child-rape charges Ian Watkins, Lostprophets lead singer, from his Bring 'Em Down music video. Ian Watkins, lead singer of Welsh hardcore band Lostprophets, who played at Australia's Soundwave festival in 2012, has denied 24 sexual offence charges before Cardiff Crown Court, including raping a year-old baby. The 35-year-old from Pontypridd, Wales, pleaded not guilty to all charges when he appeared via video link from Parc Prison in Bridgend, where he is being held. He was refused bail. Among the other charges Watkins faces are conspiracy to rape a child, conspiracy to sexually assault a child, sexual assault, aiding and abetting sexual assault, 11 of making indecent images and four of possessing indecent images. There was also one charge of possessing extreme pornographic images involving an animal. Two women also appeared on related charges and both denied charges. Watkins' solicitor Sarah Williams-Martin, stated: "Mr Watkins furiously denies all of the charges and allegations made. He intends to fight to the bitter end to clear his name. He wishes to thank the fans, family and friends for the constant love and support they have given and continue to give throughout this testing time. Lostprophets have sold 3.5 million albums worldwide, with hits such as Last Train Home and Last Summer but they have halted any further shows until the matter is resolved. A statement posted on the band's web page last year read: "Following charges made ... against Ian Watkins, we find ourselves in a state of shock. We are learning about the details of the investigation along with you. It is a difficult time for us and our families, and we want to thank our fans for their support as we seek answer. Jamie, Lee, Luke, Mike and Stu. Watkins is due to reappear in court on Thursday for a case management hearing.