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When the UK band Gaye Bykers On Acid folded, frontman Mary
Mary (previously known as Mary Byker, though his real name is
Ian Garfield Hoxley) began following a different musical path,
working with the experimental industrial collective Pigface before forming Hyperhead with a long-time friend, American bassist Karl Leiker. Pigface colleagues Martin Atkins (drums, ex- PiL, Killing Joke) and guitarist William Tucker ( My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult, Revolting Cocks) contributed along with guitarist Paul Dalloway to Metaphasia, showcasing an unpredictable hybrid style which drew from hard rock, soul, funk, indie pop and industrial for a diverse and interesting album. Mary, Leiker and Dalloway put together a touring band with guitarist Oscar, drummer Chin and percussionist Keith, and this line-up recorded the Terminal Fear EP, which actually preceded Metaphasia's release. Hyperhead established an excellent live reputation, boosted by Keith's sometimes crazed behaviour on stage which added to the band's unpredictable air.
Discography:
Teenage Mind EP (Devotion)
Metaphasia (Triple X / Devotion LP / CD)
Terminal Fear EP (Devotion)
"I Can See For Miles" - Who Covers Who (A Who Tribute Album)
Pure Devotion compilation (Devotion)
In The Media:
An Article from B-Side Magazine
A Review of Metaphasia
Gaye Bykers On Acid
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