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'''Helmet''' were formed in [[New York City|New York]] by [[Page Hamilton]] (vocals/guitar) with Henry Bogdan (bass), Peter Mengede (guitar) and John Stanier (drums). |
'''Helmet''' were formed in [[New York City|New York]] by [[Page Hamilton]] (vocals/guitar) with Henry Bogdan (bass), Peter Mengede (guitar) and John Stanier (drums). |
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They released their debut album [[Strap It On]] in [[1991]] through Amphetamine Reptile, after which they were signed to Interscope. Peter Mengede left after ''[[Betty]]'' in [[1994]], to be replaced by Rob Echeverria who, in turn, left to join [[Biohazard (band)|Biohazard]]. He was replaced by Chris Traynor of Orange 9mm. In [[1995]], Helmet, with singer David Yow, contributed the song "Custard Pie" to the ''[[Encomium]]'' tribute album to [[Led Zeppelin]]. |
They released their debut album [[Strap It On]] in [[1991]] through Amphetamine Reptile, after which they were signed to Interscope. Peter Mengede left after ''[[Betty]]'' in [[1994]], to be replaced by Rob Echeverria who, in turn, left to join [[Biohazard (band)|Biohazard]]. He was replaced by Chris Traynor of Orange 9mm. In [[1995]], Helmet, with singer David Yow (ex-[[The Jesus Lizard]]), contributed the song "Custard Pie" to the ''[[Encomium]]'' tribute album to [[Led Zeppelin]]. |
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Helmet were cited as an influence by many bands, including [[Silverchair]] |
Helmet were cited as an influence by many bands, including [[Silverchair]]. |
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In late 1998 the band broke up and the members moved onto several other projects. John Stanier went on to play drums for [[Tomahawk]], [[The Mark of Cain]] and [[Battles]]. Page Hamilton played guitar on releases by [[David Bowie]] and briefly formed the band [[Gandhi_(band)|Gandhi]]. |
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Rumour has it that Page Hamilton is reforming Helmet, though at this stage it appears that it will not include original members John Stanier or Henry Bogdan. |
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==Discography:== |
==Discography:== |
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==External Links:== |
==External Links:== |
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[http://www.helmetband.com Helmet Fan Site] |
[http://www.helmetband.com Helmet Fan Site] |
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[http://www.bornannoying.com Born Annyoing - Helmet Fan Community] |
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Revision as of 05:49, 5 April 2004
Helmet were formed in New York by Page Hamilton (vocals/guitar) with Henry Bogdan (bass), Peter Mengede (guitar) and John Stanier (drums).
They released their debut album Strap It On in 1991 through Amphetamine Reptile, after which they were signed to Interscope. Peter Mengede left after Betty in 1994, to be replaced by Rob Echeverria who, in turn, left to join Biohazard. He was replaced by Chris Traynor of Orange 9mm. In 1995, Helmet, with singer David Yow (ex-The Jesus Lizard), contributed the song "Custard Pie" to the Encomium tribute album to Led Zeppelin.
Helmet were cited as an influence by many bands, including Silverchair.
In late 1998 the band broke up and the members moved onto several other projects. John Stanier went on to play drums for Tomahawk, The Mark of Cain and Battles. Page Hamilton played guitar on releases by David Bowie and briefly formed the band Gandhi.
Rumour has it that Page Hamilton is reforming Helmet, though at this stage it appears that it will not include original members John Stanier or Henry Bogdan.