Stephen Perkins

Drummer and songwriter for Jane's Addiction

Stephen Perkins - Drummer and songwriter for Jane's Addiction
Born

September 13th, 1967
58 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Perkins gained prominence as the drummer for the rock band Jane's Addiction, contributing to the band's signature sound in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The group is credited with helping to pioneer the alternative rock genre and achieved mainstream success with the album "Nothing's Shocking" and its follow-up, "Ritual de lo Habitual." Perkins also collaborated with other musicians and participated in various side projects, demonstrating versatility within the music industry. Aside from drumming, he explored songwriting and production efforts, further diversifying his artistic contributions.

Drummed for Jane's Addiction

Participated in the creation of "Nothing's Shocking"

Contributed to "Ritual de lo Habitual"

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