Information AboutSonic Youth |
Sonic Youth is a American Alternative Rock group formed in New York City in 1981. The group's lineup today is essentially the core of the group, having been together since 1985, comprised of Thurston Moore ( Guitar s and vocals) Lee Ranaldo (guitars, vocals and organ) Kim Gordon ( Bass Guitar , guitar, and vocals) and Steve Shelley ( Drums ). Before Steve's time the group went through several drummers, and additionally from 2000-2005 longtime friend Jim O'Rourke became a full-time member as a multi-instrumentalist. In their early career, Sonic Youth were associated with the '' demonstrates) that focused more on the DIY Ethic of the genre rather than its specific sound. They have found moderate mainstream success, and are generally seen as one of the leading Alternative Rock groups of their time. |
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