Stingray (band)
| Company type | Rock band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1978 |
| Founder | Dennis East, Eddie Boyle, Mike Pilot |
| Defunct | 1981 |
Area served | South Africa |
Key people | Dennis East, Eddie Boyle, Mike Pilot, Shaun Wright, Wally Cullis |
| Products | Music albums and singles |
Stingray was a rock ensemble from South Africa that operated between 1978 and 1981.
History
The band was established in 1978 by Dennis East, Eddie Boyle, and Mike Pilot, who had previously been part of The Rising Sons. Their first album was issued in 1979. The track "Better the Devil You Know" climbed to the fourth position on South African music charts. In 1980, they released their sophomore album titled Operation Stingray. That same year, drummer Shaun Wright suffered a severe injury resulting in the loss of a leg due to a shark attack, leading to Wally Cullis of Circus stepping in as his replacement. Although Stingray enjoyed considerable acclaim within South Africa, their international reach remained modest, culminating in their split in 1981. The band is still recognized for its high level of musicianship and songwriting craftsmanship.
Dennis East died at the age of 73 on September 12, 2022, shortly after experiencing a stroke.
Albums
- Stingray (1979), Nitty Gritty
- Operation Stingray (1980), Nitty Gritty
- Best of Stingray (1981), Nitty Gritty
- Forty Days Soundtrack – Various Artists (1980), EMI
Singles
- "Better the Devil You Know" (1979), Nitty Gritty
- "The Man in My Shoes" (1979), Nitty Gritty
- "Where Do We Go from Here" (1980), Nitty Gritty
- "No Dice" (1980), Nitty Gritty
- "Devotion" (1981), Nitty Gritty
Notes
Not to be mistaken for the Kylie Minogue song with an identical title
External links
- Stingray entry in the Encyclopedia of Popular Music