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Members

Current

Name
Begin
Occupation

Al Pahanish

N/A

Dorian Heartsong

N/A

Bass

Michael Tempesta

N/A

Nick Quijano

2012

Guitar

Spider One

1989

Lead vocals

History

Name
Begin
End
Occupation

Dave Pino

2007
2012

Evan Rodaniche

N/A
N/A

Guitar

Gordon Heckaman

N/A
N/A

Gustavo Aued

N/A
N/A

Terry Corso

2005
2007

Guitar

Story of Powerman 5000

Powerman 5000: A Rock Band Forged in the Fire of Rebellion

Powerman 5000, also known as PM5K, is an American rock band that emerged from the underground scene in 1991. Led by the charismatic frontman Spider One, younger brother of metal legend Rob Zombie, PM5K has carved out a unique space in the rock landscape with their intense energy, industrial-infused sound, and a constant evolution of their musical identity.

From Boston's Underground to the Billboard Charts

Spider One's early career was marked by a raw talent for music, landing him the "Best Rap Act" title in the Boston Phoenix/WFNX 1990 Readers' Poll. His burgeoning musical vision soon led to the formation of Powerman 5000, where he was joined by a crew of dedicated musicians including drummer Al Pahanish Jr., bassist Dorian Heartsong, guitarist Adam 12, and percussionist Jordan Cohen. The band initially released a limited-edition EP "A Private Little War" in 1993, followed by the "True Force" EP and their debut album, "The Blood-Splat Rating System," in 1994 and 1995 respectively. These releases generated buzz on the local scene, paving the way for their first major breakthrough: a performance on the second stage of Ozzfest in 1996, which catapulted them into the mainstream consciousness. Later that year, they even made a cameo appearance in the popular TV show "Beverly Hills, 90210," filming a music video for their single "Strike the Match".

Tonight the Stars Revolt!

Their 1999 album, "Tonight the Stars Revolt!," became their most commercially successful release. Reaching number 29 on the Billboard 200, the album spawned hit singles "When Worlds Collide" and "Nobody's Real" and firmly cemented their place in the rock world. Despite several lineup changes over the years, Spider One has remained the band's core, guiding their sound through ten albums and countless live performances.

Powerman 5000 has never been content with resting on their laurels. Their career has been marked by experimentation and evolution, constantly pushing their sonic boundaries while keeping their roots firmly planted in the raw energy of rock. They remain a force to be reckoned with, continuing to inspire and entertain generations of fans with their relentless drive and captivating performances.

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