Profile
Based in Boston, Massachusetts, Throwing Muses were the first American act to sign to 4AD, pioneering a singular form of 'alternative rock' years before the term existed. The band was formed in 1983 by step-sisters Kristin Hersh (vocals/guitar) and Tanya Donelly (guitar/vocals), who were both at high school at the time. Initially called Kristin Hersh And The Muses, the line-up was completed by bassist Elaine Adamedes and drummer Becca Blumen, who eventually gave way to Leslie Langston and... More
News Archive
- Competition Winner Announced!26 November 03
- New material13 February 03
Images
Ephemera
- Street Posters
- Throwing Muses Posters
- Throwing Muses Flyer
- 4AD 13th Birthday Melody Maker Article
- 4AD 13th Birthday Melody Maker Cover
- 4AD Label Story
- Ethereal Killers from Melody Maker
- Emigre Magazine Cover
Web Sites
- Official Site
- Unofficial online archive of Throwing Muses resources
- Matt's Secret Kristin Hersh Room - Kristin Hersh photos and links
Related Artists
50 Foot Wave, This Mortal Coil, Lakuna, Belly, Kristin Hersh, Tanya Donelly