Kathy X

Bio:

.. Formed in Berlin, Germany in 2002 by Kathy X, former lead guitarist of London's Death Valley Surfers. She hooked up with American drummer Dave Crome, who has worked with Bo Diddley, Del Shannon, Dick Clark and various others. She also met German slap bassist RobRaw, formerly of the Rawheads and Mad Sin. At the end of 2006 Dave returned to Philadelphia. From April 2007 until October 2007 Mr. Tom Block was the drummer with Kathy X. Tom Petersen played drums on Kathy X 2009 release "X-Appeal". The band is now back on stage with drummer Mr. Felix "Dr. Duck" Burkhardt.

First ever gig was at Berlin's Mad and Crazy. Their second gig was at the Columbiahalle, one of Berlin's largest venues. They were soon signed by the Polish indie label Cosmic Records. They have since played support for the Meteors, Dick Dale, Long Tall Texans, Horrorpops and many more, as well as doing their own shows throughout Europe and the U.K. On their debut album Ready for Anything, they cover Joan Jett's classic I Love Rock and Roll, which received praise from Allan Merrill, the song's composer.

Member Since:

October 14, 2005

Members:

Kathy X (guitar and vocals)

Rob Raw (slap bass and vocals)

Dr. Duck (Drums)

Influences:

Johnny Cash, Elvis hayrides, Wanda Jackson, 70's British punk, Patti Smith and others too numerous.

Sounds Like:

Kathy X

Record Label:

Cd Baby/all major online distributors, frogtapes