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Los Angeles, United States (1986 – 1995, 2001 – present)
Concrete Blonde is an alternative rock band dating from the early 1980s to the early 1990s (and re-formed again in the 2000s). They are best known for the poignant songwriting and vocals of Johnette Napolitano.
Singer / songwriter / bassist Napolitano formed the band Dream 6 with guitarist James Mankey in Los Angeles in 1982, releasing an eponymous EP in France on the Happy Hermit label in 1983. When they signed with IRS in 1986, labelmate Michael Stipe suggested the name Concrete Blonde, describing the contrast between their hard rock music and introspective lyrics. They were joined by drummer Harry Rushakoff on their eponymous debut album. Roxy Music drummer Paul Thompson replaced Rushakoff on Bloodletting and several tracks on Mexican Moon, while Rushakoff was in treatment for drug addiction. Rushakoff was kicked out of the band in 2002 for failing to show up for several rehearsals and shows. He was replaced by Gabriel Ramirez.
Their most popular album was 1990’s Bloodletting. The band broke up in 1995, but reunited in 2001, releasing Group Therapy in 2002 and Mojave in 2004.
Singer / songwriter / bassist Napolitano formed the band Dream 6 with guitarist James Mankey in Los Angeles in 1982, releasing an eponymous EP in France on the Happy Hermit label in 1983. When they signed with IRS in 1986, labelmate Michael Stipe suggested the name Concrete Blonde, describing the contrast between their hard rock music and introspective lyrics. They were joined by drummer Harry Rushakoff on their eponymous debut album. Roxy Music drummer Paul Thompson replaced Rushakoff on Bloodletting and several tracks on Mexican Moon, while Rushakoff was in treatment for drug addiction. Rushakoff was kicked out of the band in 2002 for failing to show up for several rehearsals and shows. He was replaced by Gabriel Ramirez.
Their most popular album was 1990’s Bloodletting. The band broke up in 1995, but reunited in 2001, releasing Group Therapy in 2002 and Mojave in 2004.
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callmesnake wrote:
wow they're kinda reunited. but damn, i cant find their new stuff anywhere :/
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madboy wrote:
Caroline <3
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PartySanCTG wrote:
@charm, October: Whoa, really? Y'could use some taste-broadening.
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iBalbus wrote:
You can follow Concrete Blonde on twitter via: @therealjohnette .
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OctoberFogGloom wrote:
One of the very few bands with a girl singer that I actually like [2]
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charm727 wrote:
One of the very few bands with a girl singer that I actually like. I like Evanesence as well.
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callmesnake wrote:
I'm afraid there won't be a new album..
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Chriistian2 wrote:
Happy Birthday Johnette Napolitano :)
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cathedralheat wrote:
ahhh can't wait for the new album!
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raggyrock wrote:
Oh yeah.The vampire song.
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madboy wrote:
Caroline <3
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madboy wrote:
Everybody Knows <3
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joymonster wrote:
The Bloodletting album was one of my faves back in the early 90's.
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Renier3 wrote:
Epic.
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igoraragorn wrote:
Someday is memorable.
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Stacy_C wrote:
One of my favorite acts of all time. Caroline still moves me.
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creepinmaster wrote:
IMHO one of the most underrated bands ever
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crownanchor wrote:
PLEASE REUNITE...PLZZZZZZZ:)
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rmuggles wrote:
mexican moon is my favorite song of all time... i love johnette......
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Uroano wrote:
Heard ''Long time Ago'' at The Shield Series Finale.... wonderful... I'll reach for more. o/
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Concrete Blonde & Gene Loves Jezebel
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