Poison Ivy
Singer-songwriter and guitarist

Born
February 20th, 1953
72 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Started a music career in the late 1970s, co-founding the band The Cramps, which became a significant figure in the punk and psychobilly scenes. Contributed as a guitarist and vocalist, and co-wrote many of the band's songs. Released numerous albums, achieving a dedicated cult following. Known for a distinctive style that combined elements of rockabilly, punk, and horror aesthetics.
Co-founded The Cramps
Released albums such as 'Bad Music for Bad People'
Influenced the psychobilly genre
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