The Gremlins (band)

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Formed in 1999, The Gremlins were a band from the suburbs of Detroit. The Gremlins were a mild success in the Detroit area, and were recognized for the originality of their live performances as well as their ability to mix avant-garde sounds with popular taste.

'Dave Roseman (Dr Dali, The Mood) and Max Fabick (MC, Alligator Tree) began collaborating when they attended middle school together. Meanwhile, "'Ben Christensen"' (Bonedaddy), '"Conor Edward"', and '"Bill Power"' formed the band Scrummage, which eventually bore the name Scrummage Records. In 2000, Bill Power (Eggslave, Funeral London) and Conor Edwards (Benny Stoofy, Magic Mountain) began to play with Dave Roseman and Max Fabick, carrying the name "The Gremlins" with them. 'After their first few shows the third member of the band Scrummage, Ben Christensen'(Bonedaddy) joined the group. This addition completed the line-up of The Gremlins," and from this point forward, the band consistently changed it's sound and approach. Although The Gremlins never changed its members, The Gremlits a group of three musicians accompanied the band during their last performance. Each member of the Gremlins has since pursued his own solo work, and released albums on the side. The Gremlins disbanded in 2004.

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[edit] Rat Dawg Mckenzie

The Gremlins recorded two full-length albums. The first, Rat Dawg Mckenzie, also known as their self-titled album showcases the band during its early instrumental phase. It features such favorites as Dinosaur Sex, The Party Song, Myriad Shocks and Snot in My Hair.

[edit] Funeral

The Gremlins second album entitled, Funeral collects the groups work post-Rat Dawg Mckenzie up until they disbanded in 2004. Many listeners prefer this album because it was recorded in a recording studio, and captures the more accessible sound of the band. Although, devotee fans generally argue that both albums are classic. Many of the songs on Funeral verge on pop songs, or alternative rock radio, yet elements of noise music, prog-rock and experimental rock are incorporated. This album features such favorites as Buried at the Zoo, Space Bar, Party Song and Red Halls.

[edit] Buried At The Zoo Single

The Buried at the Zoo Single was a three song mini-CD-R single released by the band in between the two full-length albums. These CD-Rs featured hand made artwork by the band members, and were distributed around the Detroit area. The single featured the song Buried at the Zoo from the album Funeral, as well an ambient track, and recording from a live show.