Band
Mötley Crüe
Mötley Crüe is a heavy metal band from United States, active 1981 to present. 16 releases and 8 musicians in the catalog.
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Facts
- Genre
- Heavy Metal
- Origin
- Los Angeles, United States
- Formed
- 1981
- Releases
- 16
Biography
Mötley Crüe is an American heavy metal band formed in Hollywood, California, in 1981 by bassist Nikki Sixx and drummer Tommy Lee, with guitarist Mick Mars and lead vocalist Vince Neil joining right after. The band has sold over 100 million records worldwide. They have achieved seven platinum or multi-platinum certifications, nine Top 10 albums on the Billboard 200 chart, twenty-two Top 40 mainstream rock hits, and six Top 20 pop singles.
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Genres
Current line-up
| Musician | Instruments | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Nikki Sixx | Electric bass guitar, Background vocals, Piano, Keyboard | 1981 to present |
| John 5 | Guitar | 2022 to present |
| Tommy Lee | Drums (drum set), Background vocals, Piano, Keyboard | 1981 to present |
| DJ Larceny | Turntable | |
| Vince Neil | Lead vocals, Harmonica, Electric guitar | 1981 to present |
Former members
| Musician | Instruments | Years |
|---|---|---|
| John Corabi | Piano, Keyboard, Lead vocals, Electric bass guitar, Electric guitar | 1992 to 1996 |
| Mick Mars | Background vocals, Electric guitar | 1981 to 2022 |
| Randy Castillo | Drums (drum set) | 1999 to 2002 |
Albums
Other releases
EPs, demos, live records and compilations.
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