Frosted (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Founder | Jane Wiedlin |
| Headquarters | United States |
| Products | Music albums, singles |
Frosted (presented as froSTed) was a United States-based pop punk group established in 1995 by former Go-Go's guitarist and vocalist Jane Wiedlin. The band's name conveys a "sweet" musical vibe, with the uppercase S and T serving as a tribute to Wiedlin's preferred television series, Star Trek. They produced a single album in 1996.
History
The lineup was completed by guitarist Brian Waters, bassist Sean Demott, and drummer Lance Porter (previously with Ex-Idols), all of whom contributed backing vocals alongside Wiedlin.
Prior to releasing their only album, Cold, Frosted played live shows in Los Angeles and San Francisco. The album, co-produced with Marc Waterman, debuted in August 1996. While it did not achieve commercial success, reviewers commended its "bright, chunky, and radio-friendly" pop punk sound. Allmusic emphasized the record's charm without compromising mainstream appeal.
Additional musicians featured on the album included vocalist Rachel Haden and cellist Gerri Sutyak. Four songs were co-written with Charlotte Caffey, fellow guitarist from the Go-Go's. To support the release, the singles "Bed" and "Call Me Crazy" were issued.
The band's last live appearance took place on March 31, 1998, at 14 Below in Santa Monica.