|
| 
SAMSON BIOGRAPHY
Samson was a heavy metal band formed in 1977 by guitarrist and vocalist Paul Samson. They are best known for their first three albums with future Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson, then known as "Bruce Bruce", and drummer Thunderstick (real name Barry Graham), who wore a leather mask and performed on stage in a metal cage. Drummer Clive Burr was also member of the band, both before and after his time with Iron Maiden. The group effectively disbanded with Paul Samson's death to cancer on August 9, 2002.
SAMSON GENRES
NWOBHM
SAMSON LYRICAL THEMES
Society, rock/metal, life
SAMSON ORIGIN
United Kingdom (London, England), formed in 1977
SAMSON CURRENT RECORD LABEL
Angel Air
SAMSON STATUS
Split-up
SAMSON CURRENT LINE-UP
Paul Samson - Guitars (R.I.P. - August 9th 2002)
Nicky Moore - Vocals (Mammoth (UK))
Chris Aylmer - Bass (ex-Rogue Male, M-80) (R.I.P. 1957 - January 9th 2007, throat cancer)
Barry "Thunderstick" Graham - Drums (ex-Iron Maiden)
SAMSON PREVIOUS LINE-UP
Vocals :
Bruce Bruce (aka Bruce Dickinson) (1980-81) (Iron Maiden, ex-Speed, Shots)
Mick White (1988)
Peter Scallan (1990)
Bass:
Mervin Goldsworthy (1985-1986) (ex-Diamond Head, ex-Streetfighter (UK))
Kevin Riddles (1986) (Angel Witch, Tytan, ex-Lion (Guest))
Dave Boyce (1987-1989)
Drums:
Clive Burr (1977) (ex-Iron Maiden, Elixir (UK), ex-Alcatrazz, Gogmagog (UK), Trust (Fra), Desperado (US), Stratus, Praying Mantis)
Mel Gaynor (1981) (Simple Minds)
Pete Jupp (1982-1985, 2001) (ex-Wildlife)
Edgar Patrik (1985) (Tyran' Pace, Bonfire, ex-Sinner (Ger))
Mark Brabbs (1986) (ex Tank)
Chris Shirley (1986-1987)
Charlie McKenzie (1988-1991) (ex-Emerson, Black Rose (UK))
Tony Tuohy (1993)
Guitar:
Dave Colwell (1985) (A.S.A.P., Bad Company)
Keyboard:
Toby Sadler (1987-1990)
| | |
