Heatmiser
Sign in to saveHeatmiser was an American rock band, formed in Portland, Oregon, in October 1991. Consisting of Elliott Smith (guitar and vocals), Neil Gust (guitar and vocals), Brandt Peterson (bass; later replaced by Sam Coomes, frontman of Quasi) and Tony Lash (drums), they were known for their well-crafted lyrics and songs often featuring the juxtaposition of melancholic and cheery words and melodies. Elliott Smith's pop-oriented songs provided a contrast to Neil Gust's darker compositions, yet both songwriters explored themes such as anger, alienation, loneliness and despair.
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12 sectionsContents
- History
- Pre-Heatmiser early years (1987–1990)
- Heatmiser early years: ''Dead Air'' and ''Cop and Speeder'' (1991–1993)
- Later years: line-up changes and ''Mic City Sons'' (1994–1996)
- Disbandment
- Artistry
- Musical style
- Performance style
- Legacy
- Discography
- References
- Further reading
Heatmiser was an American rock band, formed in Portland, Oregon, in October 1991. Consisting of Elliott Smith (guitar and vocals), Neil Gust (guitar and vocals), Brandt Peterson (bass; later replaced by Sam Coomes, frontman of Quasi) and Tony Lash (drums), they were known for their well-crafted lyrics and songs often featuring the juxtaposition of melancholic and cheery words and melodies. Elliott Smith's pop-oriented songs provided a contrast to Neil Gust's darker compositions, yet both songwriters explored themes such as anger, alienation, loneliness and despair.
== History == === Pre-Heatmiser early years (1987–1990) ===