Biography
With a visual image denoted by 50s silk shirts, tattoos and sideburns, Rocket From The Crypt formed in 1990 in San Diego, California, USA. Led by John "Speedo' Reis (vocals/guitar), who had played with hardcore outfits Pitchfork and Drive Like Jehu, the original band comprised Reis, Petey X (bass), N.D. (guitar), Sean (drums) and Elaina (backing vocals). This line-up released Paint As A Fragrance and then fell apart. Reis, N.D. and Petey X were then joined by Atom Willard (b. Adam Willard, 15 August 1973, USA; drums) and Apollo 9 (saxophone), and proceeded to build their reputation...
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