Band
Living Colour
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Facts
- Genre
- Funk Metal
- Parent genre
- Alternative Metal
- Origin
- New York, United States
- Formed
- 1983
- Releases
- 9
Biography
Living Colour is an American rock band from New York City, formed in 1984. The band consists of guitarist Vernon Reid, lead vocalist Corey Glover, drummer Will Calhoun and bassist Doug Wimbish, who replaced Muzz Skillings in 1992. Their music is influenced by progressive rock, heavy metal, funk, jazz, hip-hop, punk, alternative rock, delta blues, doo-wop, swing music, ska, yacht rock and barbershop quartet. The band's lyrics range from the personal to the political, including social commentary on racism in the United States.
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Genres
Current line-up
| Musician | Instruments | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Corey Glover | Lead vocals | |
| Doug Wimbish | Electric bass guitar | 1992 to present |
| Vernon Reid | Electric guitar | 1983 to present |
| Will Calhoun | Drums (drum set) |
Former members
| Musician | Instruments | Years |
|---|---|---|
| J.T. Lewis | Drums (drum set) | 1983 to present |
| Muzz Skillings | Electric bass guitar | 1986 to 1991 |
Albums
Other releases
EPs, demos, live records and compilations.
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