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Band Timeline
Formation of Filter in Cleveland, Ohio
Release of debut album Short Bus and breakthrough success
Lineup changes and increasing soundtrack contributions
Release of second album Title of Record establishing mainstream success
Release of third album The Amalgamut and hiatus due to Patrick's rehab
Formation and activity of side project Army of Anyone
Return of Filter and release of multiple albums with rotating lineups
Release of seventh studio album Crazy Eyes with new lineup
Brian Liesegang returns to work on new album reBus
Release of latest album The Algorithm
Albums
Members
Current
Greg Garman
Drums (drum set)
Richard Patrick
Lead vocals
Bobby Miller
Guitar
Jonathan Radtke
Background vocals
Guitar
Bobby Miller
Keyboard
Steven Gillis
Jonny Radke
Guitar
History
Brian Liesegang
Keyboard
Jonathan Radtke
Guitar
Background vocals
Tim Kelleher
Bass guitar
Chris Reeve
Drums (drum set)
John Spiker
Bass guitar
Jeff Fabb
Drums (drum set)
Steven Gillis
Drums (drum set)
Brian Liesegang
Keyboard
Guitar
Phil Buckman
Background vocals
Bass guitar
Josh Freese
Drums (drum set)
Additional
Ashley Reeve
Bass guitar
John 5
Guitar
Additional
Elias Mallin
Drums (drum set)
Frank Cavanagh
Bass guitar
Background vocals
Mika Fineo
Drums (drum set)
Rob Patterson
Guitar
Oumi Kapila
Guitar
Mitchell Ray Marlow
Guitar
Alan Bailey
Guitar
Additional
Geno Lenardo
Guitar
Brian Liesegang
Guitar
Matt Walker
Drums (drum set)
Story of Filter
Filter: A Rock Band Defined by Turmoil and Resilience
Filter, the American rock band hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, emerged from the ashes of Nine Inch Nails in 1993. Fronted by the enigmatic Richard Patrick, who'd previously served as NIN's touring guitarist, Filter burst onto the scene with a sound that was both melodically catchy and sonically abrasive.
Their 1995 debut, Short Bus, propelled them into the mainstream, achieving platinum status and fueled by the hit single "Hey Man, Nice Shot." While the album's success brought them wider recognition, it also marked the beginning of a tumultuous journey characterized by numerous lineup changes. Patrick, the sole constant member across their entire discography, found himself constantly rebuilding the band around him.
Following the departure of founding guitarist and programmer Brian Liesegang in 1997, Patrick recruited members from the Short Bus touring lineup, solidifying a new core. This lineup would bring forth their second album, Title of Record (1999), which replicated the success of their debut with the hit single "Take a Picture."
The band's third album, The Amalgamut (2002), arrived amidst a dark cloud. Patrick's struggles with alcohol and drug addiction escalated, leading him into rehab just as the album's tour commenced. This tumultuous period led to a hiatus for Filter as Patrick focused on his recovery and formed a new band, Army of Anyone.
After Army of Anyone's own hiatus, Patrick returned to Filter, releasing a string of albums – Anthems for the Damned (2008), The Trouble with Angels (2010), and The Sun Comes Out Tonight (2013) – each featuring a revolving cast of musicians.
The band continued their journey with a seventh studio album, Crazy Eyes (2016), recorded with yet another entirely new lineup. In 2018, a surprise reunion occurred when Brian Liesegang returned to the fold, collaborating with Patrick on a new album, reBus, intended to be a musical sequel to Short Bus. However, due to the bankruptcy of PledgeMusic, reBus was shelved.
Despite these setbacks, Patrick persevered, releasing The Algorithm in August 2023, demonstrating Filter's enduring spirit and Patrick's relentless pursuit of musical expression.
Filter's journey has been marked by instability, but their enduring presence in the rock landscape is a testament to the power of their music and Patrick's dedication to his craft.