Of Cabbages and Kings (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Headquarters | Chicago , United States |
| Products | Noise rock music |
Of Cabbages and Kings is a noise rock ensemble originating from Chicago, Illinois, United States. Their musical style is distinguished by an intense, visceral force driven by technical skill, prioritizing raw, elemental energy over speed or elaborate showmanship.
Band history
The group was established in 1985 by former members of the Bag People, initially composed of Algis Kizys (bass and vocals), Carolyn Master (guitar, keyboards, vocals), and Ted Parsons (drums, vocals). Throughout the band's tenure, Kizys and Master served as the foundational members. Diane Wlezien provided lead vocals on approximately half of the tracks spanning all three studio releases.
In 1988, Parsons departed to dedicate his efforts to Prong, with Rich Hutchins (known for his work with Live Skull, Ruin..., and Lubricated Goat) stepping in as drummer. The 1990 release Basic Pain Basic Pleasure is often considered the band’s artistic zenith, noted for its polished production values and expanded sonic diversity. For their final album, Hunter's Moon, drummer Vincent Signorelli of Swans joined the lineup, which also featured guest contributions from Motherhead Bug vocalist David Ouimet, former drummer Parsons, and composer J. G. Thirlwell. Due to members’ involvement in other projects, Of Cabbages and Kings performed live infrequently and ultimately dissolved in the early 1990s.
Discography
- Studio albums
- Face (1988, Purge/Sound League)
- Basic Pain Basic Pleasure (1990, Triple X)
- Hunter's Moon (1992, Triple X)
- EPs
- Of Cabbages and Kings (1987, Purge/Sound League)
- Singles
- Compilation appearances
- The End of Music (As We Know It) – "Father" (1988, ROIR)
- Mondostereo – "Of Service" (1988, Away From The Pulsebeat/The Tinnitus)
- New-York Hardcore Teil 2 – "The Veil Thins" (1988, Speed Air Play)
- Triple X Records Compilation #4, Hear 'Em Spin – "The Reign" (1990, Triple X)
- Mesomorph Enduros – "The Reign" (1990, Big Cat)
- Welcome to Our Nightmare: A Tribute to Alice Cooper – "Lay Down and Die, Goodbye" (1990, Triple X)