Crush (rock band)

Crush
Also known asPleasurehead
GenresAlternative rock
Years active1990 (1990)–1993 (1993)
LabelsEast West, Island
Past membersMichael Bramon
John Valentine Carruthers
Paul Ferguson
John Micco
Frederick Schreck

Crush was an alternative rock[1] band with East West Records from 1991 to 1993.[2] Original members included singer-songwriter Michael Bramon, English guitarist-songwriter John Valentine Carruthers (formerly of Siouxsie and the Banshees), English drummer-songwriter Paul Ferguson (formerly of Killing Joke), and American bassist/backing vocalist/songwriter John Micco.[3]

Crush was previously known as Pleasurehead on Island Records from 1990-1991.[4] Bramon left Crush shortly before their 1993 release Crush, and was replaced by singer Frederick Schreck whose lead vocals would appear on the record. Bramon went on to work with guitarist-songwriter Tony "Bruno" Rey. Ferguson joined his former drum roadie, Alex Paterson of the Orb.

References

  1. ^ "Crush Album". Allmusic. Retrieved 6 October 2012.
  2. ^ Smith, Alex. "Interview with Big Paul Ferguson, September 4, 2004". Flaming Pablum. Retrieved 6 October 2012.
  3. ^ Herrman, Brenda (8 July 1993). "Crush Crush (EastWest)". The Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 6 October 2012.
  4. ^ "Atlantic records band". 7 October 2007. Retrieved 6 October 2012.
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