Figgs
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The Figgs are a rock band out of Saratoga Springs, New York
. First formed in 1987 (under the name "Sonic Undertones"), their output has included at least nine traditional full length albums (two on major labels in the mid 90s), multiple EPs and singles, a live album, and gigs backing Graham Parker
since 1996 and on Graham's 2005 release Songs of No Consequence, as well as Tommy Stinson
of The Replacements fame.
The original lineup of the band included Mike Gent
(guitar), Pete Donnelly (bass), and Guy Lyons (drums), who all went to high school together. When Lyons left for a spell in 1989, he was replaced by Pete Hayes. Lyons returned in 1992, this time on lead guitar, to make the band a foursome. A record deal followed late in 1993. Lyons left the fold for good in 1997, after recording Couldn't Get High, which followed the band's drop from Capitol Records
. The remaining three Figgs have soldiered on, with several further albums and regular concert appearances, as well as careers separate from the band.
Saratoga Springs, New York
Saratoga Springs, also known as simply Saratoga, is a city in Saratoga County, New York, United States. The population was 26,586 at the 2010 census. The name reflects the presence of mineral springs in the area. While the word "Saratoga" is known to be a corruption of a Native American name, ...
. First formed in 1987 (under the name "Sonic Undertones"), their output has included at least nine traditional full length albums (two on major labels in the mid 90s), multiple EPs and singles, a live album, and gigs backing Graham Parker
Graham Parker
Graham Parker is a British rock singer and songwriter, who is best known as the lead singer of the popular British band Graham Parker & the Rumour.-Early career :...
since 1996 and on Graham's 2005 release Songs of No Consequence, as well as Tommy Stinson
Tommy Stinson
Thomas "Tommy" Eugene Stinson is an American musician best known for his work as the bassist for The Replacements and Guns N' Roses as well as the post-Replacements groups Bash & Pop, where he performed guitar duties, and Perfect...
of The Replacements fame.
The original lineup of the band included Mike Gent
Mike Gent
Mike Gent Songwriter, Guitar, and Vocals in The Figgs since 1987. Also plays with Graham Parker, Candy Butchers.Solo Discography*1999 Received*2003 The Intake*2009 Mike GentFiggs Discography*Ginger - Absolute A Go Go - 1992...
(guitar), Pete Donnelly (bass), and Guy Lyons (drums), who all went to high school together. When Lyons left for a spell in 1989, he was replaced by Pete Hayes. Lyons returned in 1992, this time on lead guitar, to make the band a foursome. A record deal followed late in 1993. Lyons left the fold for good in 1997, after recording Couldn't Get High, which followed the band's drop from Capitol Records
Capitol Records
Capitol Records is a major United States based record label, formerly located in Los Angeles, but operating in New York City as part of Capitol Music Group. Its former headquarters building, the Capitol Tower, is a major landmark near the corner of Hollywood and Vine...
. The remaining three Figgs have soldiered on, with several further albums and regular concert appearances, as well as careers separate from the band.
LP & EP Discography
- Ginger (cassette) - Absolute A Go Go - 1992
- Ready Steady Stoned (cassette) - Absolute A Go Go - 1993
- Low-Fi At Society High (CD/LP) - ImagoImago RecordsImago Records was an independent record label which was active during the late 1980s – early 1990s. Several influential artists released albums through Imago, including Henry Rollins, Aimee Mann, Paula Cole and Love Spit Love...
- 1994 - Half Assed Compilation 7 vinyl" - Kranepool Records/ShitHouse Rat - 1994
- Hi-Fi Dropouts EP - 1994
- Banda Macho (CD/LP) - Capitol RecordsCapitol RecordsCapitol Records is a major United States based record label, formerly located in Los Angeles, but operating in New York City as part of Capitol Music Group. Its former headquarters building, the Capitol Tower, is a major landmark near the corner of Hollywood and Vine...
- 1996 - The Figgs Couldn't Get High (CP/LP) - Absolute A Go Go - 1998
- Rejects (LP only) - Philthyrex - 2000
- For EP Fans Only (CD EP) - Hearbox - 2000
- Sucking In Stereo (CD) - Hearbox - 2000
- Badger (CD EP) - Hearbox - 2001
- Slow Charm (CD) - Hearbox - 2002
- Ready Steady Stoned (CD expanded reissue) - Stomper - 2003
- Palais (CD/LP) - Stomper/Sodapop - 2004
- Continue To Enjoy The Figgs Vol. 1 (Live recording)(CD) - Stomper - 2005
- Follow Jean Through The Sea (CD/LP) - Gern Blandsten - 2006
- Continue To Enjoy The Figgs Vol. 2 (Live recording)(CD) - Stomper - 2007
- The Man Who Fights Himself (CD) - Stomper - 2010
- 3.28.01 Kansas City, MO - The Hurricane (CD) - Stomper - 2010