Rob Graves (guitarist)

Rob Graves (guitarist)
Born 1958
Died June 28, 1990(1990-06-28) (aged 31–32)
Genres Punk rock, post-punk, cowpunk, horror punk, deathrock, gothic rock
Instruments Bass guitar
Associated acts The Exterminators, Bags, the Gun Club, 45 Grave, Thelonious Monster

Rob Graves (1958 - June 28, 1990), also known as Rob Ritter,[1] was an American guitarist and bassist, born in 1958 in Detroit, Michigan, USA. Graves was known for his work in the 1970s and 1980s punk scene in L.A., performing with Bags, the Gun Club, 45 Grave and Thelonious Monster. Prior to relocating to LA in February 1978, Graves had played in Phoenix punk band the Exterminators.[2][3]

Graves died in 1990 from a heroin overdose.[4] Graves' death had a profound impact on the punk rock community, prompting Courtney Love to dedicate Hole's Pretty on the Inside to him.[5] A 1990 memorial concert was held for Graves at the Roxy in West Hollywood, featuring all three of the bands he had performed in.[6]

References

  1. ↑ "Rob Graves Discography".
  2. ↑ http://www.punkglobe.com/bolles.html
  3. ↑ https://punkmusiccatalogue.wordpress.com/exterminators/
  4. ↑ Rock Obituaries - Knocking On Heaven's Door.
  5. ↑ Courtney Love: The Real Story.
  6. ↑ "Concert Flyer: In Memory of Rob 'Graves' Ritter".


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