

Tracii Guns filled in as guitarist for the rest of the tour, after which Faster Pussycat continued as a five-piece. Steele left the band halfway through the 2001 headlining reunion tour. However, this divided fans, as many of the older fanbase who enjoyed standard hard rock were not familiar with industrial rock. Ī remix compilation, Between the Valley of the Ultra Pussy, was released the same year, featuring industrial-rock remixes of the band's classic tracks, along with a bonus cover of Kiss's "I Was Made For Loving You". Nordahl had also played in the Throbs, and Nordahl and Chad Stewart also both play in Motochrist. In 2001, Faster Pussycat reformed with original members Downe (vocals), Muscat (guitar) and Steele (guitar), alongside Downe's former Newlydeads bandmates Xristian Simon (guitar), Danny Nordahl (bass) and Chad Stewart (drums). Reunion and change of musical style (2001–2005) ĭowne was involved with industrial musical act Pigface, before forming his own industrial rock act with Kyle Kyle of Bang Tango called the Newlydeads. Ī few weeks after returning to the U.S., Faster Pussycat broke up, its members going their separate ways. They also played one last sold-out show in Hollywood at the Hollywood Palace. They embarked on a warmup tour, an American tour and then some shows in Japan. In 1993, Faster Pussycat parted ways with Stacy and hired Aaron Abellira to replace him. In 1992, the band released their third album, Whipped!, which peaked at number 90 on the chart. The song was later included on the 1992 Belted, Buckled And Booted EP. In 1990, the band recorded a cover of Carly Simon's " You're So Vain" for a compilation called Rubáiyát: Elektra's 40th Anniversary and filmed a video. Tours with Kiss and Mötley Crüe followed. Frankie Banali of Quiet Riot filled in as drummer for the remainder of the tour, after which Brett Bradshaw became the long-term drummer. While the band was touring for the album in 1990, drummer Mark Michals was arrested in Omaha, Nebraska and fired from the band after signing for a package of heroin addressed to himself. Music videos were produced for "House of Pain" and "Poison Ivy". Sales were mainly driven by the hit single "House of Pain". The album earned " Gold" status from the RIAA.

Two years later, Faster Pussycat recorded their most successful album, Wake Me When It's Over. The band was interviewed and performed live versions of "Cathouse" and "Bathroom Wall". Īlso in 1987, Faster Pussycat appeared in the rockumentary film The Decline of Western Civilization part 2 - The Metal Years. In the United States the band toured with Alice Cooper, David Lee Roth and Motörhead in support of the album. In November 1987, the band appeared on the cover of Screamer Magazine 's debut issue. The band established a following among heavy metal, glam rock and sleaze rock fans, mainly through two promotional videos from the first album for the songs " Bathroom Wall" and "Don't Change That Song".

The band signed a record contract with Elektra Records, which released their debut album Faster Pussycat in 1987. He was replaced by Eric Stacy from Champagne Darling Cool. Just before the band recorded their debut album, Nickels got into a motorcycle accident and broke his leg in seven places. Īfter multiple early personnel changes, Faster Pussycat consisted of Downe (vocals), Steele (guitar), Muscat (guitar), Kelly Nickels (bass) and Mark Michals (drums). The name of the band is derived from the Russ Meyer film Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!. The earliest incarnation of the band featured Downe and Greg Steele along with Brent Muscat. History Early years (1985–1987) įaster Pussycat was formed in Hollywood by Taime Downe during the glam metal and glam punk boom of the 1980s. 1.4 Name dispute and Brent Muscat's Faster Pussycat line-up (2006–2007).1.3 Reunion and change of musical style (2001–2005).REO Speedwagon – Can't Fight This Feeling Anymoreġ1. Steelheart – I'll Never Let You Go (Angel Eyes)ħ. Cinderella – Don't Know What You Got ('Till It's Gone)ĥ.
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Artist: Various Artists Title: Monster Ballads: The Ultimate Set Year Of Release: 2009 Label: Razor & Tie Genre: Rock, Metal, Ballad Quality: 320 kbps / FLAC (tracks+cue,log) Total Time: 3:42:34 Total Size: 509 mb / 1.50 gb WebSite: Album Preview :: TRACKLIST ::ġ.
