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This innovative, art-rock quartet was formed in Los Angeles, USA, in 1986, by vocalist Perry Farrell (b. Perry Bernstein, 29 March 1959, Queens, New York City, New York, USA). He had formerly starred in the Cure-influenced Psi Com, from whose ranks would also emerge Dino Paredes, while it is rumoured that two other former members joined the Hare Krishna sect. With the addition of guitarist Dave Navarro (b. David Michael Navarro, 7 June 1967, Santa Monica, California, USA), bass player EricAvery (b. 25 April 1965) and drummer Stephen Perkins (b. 13 September 1967, Los Angeles,California, USA), ...read more
This innovative, art-rock quartet was formed in Los Angeles, USA, in 1986, by vocalist Perry Farrell (b. Perry Bernstein, 29 March 1959, Queens, New York City, New York, USA). He had formerly starred in the Cure-influenced Psi Com, from whose ranks would also emerge Dino Paredes, while it is rumoured that two other former members joined the Hare Krishna sect. With the addition of guitarist Dave Navarro (b. David Michael Navarro, 7 June 1967, Santa Monica, California, USA), bass player EricAvery (b. 25 April 1965) and drummer Stephen Perkins (b. 13 September 1967, Los Angeles,California, USA), Jane's Addiction incorporated elements of punk, rock, folk and funk into a unique and unpredictable soundscape.They debuted with a live album on the independent Triple X label, recorded at Hollywood's Roxy venue, which received widespread critical acclaim, despite a throwaway coverversion of Lou Reed's "Rock 'n Roll' and Farrell's limited stage banter, largely consisting of profanities. Drawing inspiration from the Doors, PiL, the Velvet Underground and Faith No More, they set about delivering a hypnotic and thought-provoking blend of intoxicating rhythms, jagged and off-beat guitar lines and high-pitched vocals of mesmeric intensity.Their third album,1990's Ritual De Lo Habitual, was a work of depth and complexity that required repeated listening to revea lits hidden melodies, subtle nuances and enigmatic qualities. « hide |
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