Big Chief

The Profile

Big Chief were an American rock band from Ann Arbor, Michigan, active from 1989 to 1996. Fronted by Barry Henssler (formerly of Necros), they released records on labels including Sub Pop and blended punk energy with stoner/hard rock weight. Key releases include Face and Mack Avenue Skullgame.

Face was released in Europe by Repulsion in 1991 and in the U.S. by Sub Pop in 1992. The band featured Barry Henssler (ex-Necros). Review highlights include punk-driven rhythms, Melvins-style stoner touches, and Black Sabbath-like pacing. Origin noted as a Michigan quintet.

One review of Big Chief focuses on the debut album Face. It notes the 1991 Repulsion European release and 1992 Sub Pop U.S. release. The reviewer highlights punk drive via Barry Henssler (ex-Necros), Melvins-style stoner elements, and Sabbath-like heaviness. Overall sentiment is clearly positive (4/5).