Melvins
Sign in to saveMelvins are an American rock band formed in 1983 in Montesano, Washington. Their early work was key to the development of both grunge and sludge metal. Primarily a trio, they have also performed as a quartet, with either two drummers or two bassists. Since 1984, vocalist and guitarist Buzz Osborne and drummer Dale Crover have been constant members.
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- Melvins live at Hellfest in June 2023. Left to right: Dale Crover, Buzz Osborne and Steven Shane McDonald.
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- The Melvins
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- Montesano, Washington, U.S.
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- 1983–present
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- Buzz Osborne Dale Crover Steven Shane McDonald Coady Willis
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- Mike Dillard Matt Lukin Lori Black Joe Preston Mark Deutrom Kevin Rutmanis Jared Warren Trevor Dunn Jeff Pinkus
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15 sectionsContents
- History
- Early years (1983–1987)
- Boner Records era (1988–1992)
- Atlantic Records era (1993–1997)
- Switching labels and continued experimentation (1997–2004)
- Later period and collaboration albums (2004–2010)
- Melvins Lite, reunion with Mike Dillard and more albums (2011–present)
- Musical style and influences
- Legacy
- Band members
- Timeline
- Discography
- Notelist
- References
- External links
Melvins are an American rock band formed in 1983 in Montesano, Washington. Their early work was key to the development of both grunge and sludge metal. Primarily a trio, they have also performed as a quartet, with either two drummers or two bassists. Since 1984, vocalist and guitarist Buzz Osborne and drummer Dale Crover have been constant members.
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