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Lightning Bolt

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Forfans of noise rock, experimental extremes, and anyone who wants music to hit like a freight train live.
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The Profile

Lightning Bolt are an American noise-rock duo formed in Providence, Rhode Island in 1994 by Brian Chippendale (drums, vocals) and Brian Gibson (bass). Known for explosive, high-volume performances and a bass-and-drums setup that pushes rhythm and distortion to the fore.

Members: Brian Chippendale (drums, vocals), Brian Gibson (bass). Origin: Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Years active: 1994–present.

Four DeBaser reviews hail Lightning Bolt’s bass-and-drums blitz: hyperkinetic noise rock with overwhelming physical impact and cartoonish sci‑fi visions. The duo’s live ferocity is a recurring obsession. Albums highlighted include Wonderful Rainbow, Hypermagic Mountain, Ride the Skies, and Earthly Delights. Expect distortion walls, impossible drums, and hooks buried in chaos.

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