Shifty Shellshock, Frontman of Rap-Rock Band Crazy Town, Dies at 50
Musician Known for Hits Like 'Butterfly' and 'Toxic'
Seth Brooks Binzer, better known by his stage name Shifty Shellshock, has died at the age of 50. Binzer was the frontman of the rap-rock band Crazy Town, which rose to fame in the early 2000s with hits like "Butterfly" and "Toxic." According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, Binzer died on June 24, 2024. The cause of death has not yet been released.
Early Life and Career
Binzer was born in Los Angeles, California on August 23, 1974. He began rapping as a teenager and formed Crazy Town with fellow rapper Bret Mazur (Epic Mazur) in the mid-1990s. The band released their debut album, "The Gift of Game," in 1999, which featured the hit song "Butterfly." The album was a commercial success, reaching number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Crazy Town Success
Crazy Town's follow-up album, "Darkhorse," was released in 2002 and also featured a hit single, "Toxic." The band toured extensively throughout the early 2000s, performing at major festivals such as Coachella and Woodstock '99. Binzer's energetic stage presence and charismatic personality helped to make Crazy Town one of the most popular rap-rock bands of the era.
Later Career
After Crazy Town disbanded in 2003, Binzer continued to pursue a solo career. He released several mixtapes and collaborated with other artists, including Snoop Dogg and Xzibit. In recent years, Binzer had been working on a new Crazy Town album with Mazur.
Legacy
Shifty Shellshock will be remembered as one of the most influential figures in the rap-rock genre. His energetic performances and catchy lyrics helped to bring the genre to a mainstream audience. Binzer's death is a significant loss to the music community and his music will continue to inspire and entertain fans for years to come.
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