Fad Gadget

The Profile

Fad Gadget was the stage name of English musician Frank Tovey, signed to Mute Records by Daniel Miller. Active from 1978 until his death on April 3, 2002, he blended industrial and synth-pop and was noted for confrontational, theatrical performances.

Signed by Daniel Miller to Mute Records in 1978; Under The Flag is identified in reviews as his third album released in 1982; Frank Tovey died April 3, 2002 in London; widely regarded as a cult artist blending industrial and synth-pop.

Fad Gadget was the stage name of English musician Frank Tovey, a pioneer blending synth-pop and industrial electronic sounds. Reviews praise the creativity and theatrical presence on albums such as Under The Flag and Fireside Favourites. He was signed to Mute Records by Daniel Miller and remained a cult figure. Tovey died April 3, 2002.