Deadline (band)
| Company type | Collective |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Founder | Bill Laswell, Phillip Wilson |
| Defunct | 1991 |
Key people | Bill Laswell, Phillip Wilson, Jonas Hellborg, Aïyb Dieng, Michael Beinhorn, Bernie Worrell, Fred Maher, Robert Quine |
| Products | Studio albums |
Deadline was an electronic music collective characterized by a fluctuating roster of musicians. The primary lineup for their initial album featured bassist Bill Laswell alongside drummer Phillip Wilson, while their sophomore release centered around Laswell collaborating with Jonas Hellborg. Additional artists who contributed to the project included Aïyb Dieng, Michael Beinhorn, Bernie Worrell, Fred Maher, and Robert Quine.
History
The inception of Deadline stemmed from a partnership between composer Bill Laswell of Material and jazz drummer Phillip Wilson from the Art Ensemble of Chicago. Their first album, Down by Law, debuted in May 1985 under the label Celluloid Records. This release fused industrial rhythms and live percussion with elements drawn from African and Western funk styles. Following the album, a touring ensemble was formed, comprising Laswell, Wilson, Michael Beinhorn, Fred Maher, and Robert Quine, though this group disbanded after only a handful of performances.
In 1991, Deadline unveiled Dissident, which embraced a stronger techno influence and featured a revamped lineup spearheaded by principal composer Jonas Hellborg. Returning collaborators on this project included Aïyb Dieng, Bill Laswell, and Bernie Worrell.
Discography
- Studio albums
- Down by Law (Celluloid, 1985)
- Dissident (Day Eight, 1991)