About
Pixies is an American alternative rock band which formed in Boston, Massachusetts, United States in 1986. The band consists of Charles (Black Francis) Thompson IV (vocals, guitar; also known as ''Frank Black''), Joey Santiago (lead guitar), David Lovering (drums) and Emma Richardson (bass, vocals). Until 2013, the band also featured Kim Deal on bass and vocals. From 2016 until 2024 the band also featured Paz Lechantin on bass and vocals. The band officially split in 1993 and reunited in 2004. Read more on Last.fm
Genres
- alternative rock
- boston rock
- permanent wave
- rock
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the Pixies' biggest hit?
- The Pixies' biggest hit is widely considered to be "Where Is My Mind?"
- What did Kurt Cobain say about Pixies?
- Kurt Cobain, the legendary frontman of Nirvana, frequently acknowledged the profound influence the Pixies had on his music. He famously stated that when he wrote "Smells Like Teen Spirit,"
- What made Pixies famous?
- The Pixies became famous for their groundbreaking fusion of punk energy, surf rock melodies, and unconventional song structures, which redefined alternative rock in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Their music is characterized by abrupt dynamic shifts, cryptic and surreal lyrics, and a raw, edgy sound that stood in stark contrast to mainstream rock of the era. The band's willingness to experiment
- What do Pixies stand for?
- The name "Pixies"
- What are the Pixies famous for?
- The Pixies are famous for pioneering the "loud-quiet-loud"