Novacaine (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1996 |
| Headquarters | Santa Monica, California , United States |
Key people | David Hallyday, Erik Godal, Phil Gough, Bill Bieschke |
| Products | Music albums, live performances |
Novacaine was a rock band originating from Santa Monica, California, established in 1996. The group was formed by David Hallyday, who had previously pursued a solo career during the late 1980s, and Erik Godal. Together, they developed a surf-grunge sound. The band secured a contract with Mercury Records and attained moderate recognition through Top 40 radio airplay and touring across the United States. Meanwhile, Hallyday began composing music tailored for the European audience, which led to a flourishing solo career in France after his label encouraged him to produce songs in French.
While Novacaine's activities were paused, Hallyday focused on solo endeavors, collaborating with producer Paul Reeve to release the 2004 album Nova 6. Erik Godal ventured into composing scores for television and film projects, including work on SpongeBob SquarePants. His efforts earned him an Annie Award nomination in 2006 for the animated series Squirrelboy. Additionally, Godal partnered with Hallyday on his solo album Revelation and produced music for artists such as Johnny Hallyday and Tina Arena.
Personnel
- David Hallyday (David Smet): vocals, guitar, drums (1996–1999)
- Erik Godal: guitar, keyboards, production (1996–1999)
- Phil Gough: guitar (1996–1999)
- Bill Bieschke: bass guitar (1996–1999)
Studio albums
- Novacaine (1997)