Died Pretty
Founded: 1984
Location: Australia
Died Pretty, sometimes The Died Pretty, were an Australian alternative rock band founded by mainstays Ron Peno (lead singer) and Brett Myers (lead guitarist and backing vocalist) in Sydney in 1983. Their music started from a base of early electric Bob Dylan with psychedelic influences, including The Velvet Underground and Television. They were managed by John Needham, who is the owner of Citadel Records, their main label.
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God Bless Ron S. Peno: Died Pretty Frontman Passes Away, Aged 68
‘Part Iggy Pop, part Michael Hutchence, part Bowie’...
Died Pretty & Support Act Start 'Help A Mate' Cancer Appeal For Singer Ron S. Peno
"Ron’s light has always shone brightly, but unfortunately, times are pretty dark right now, and he needs our help."
Died Pretty Cancel October Australian Tour As Two Members Fight Cancer
“Although this will be a major disappointment for many, we know there will be understanding and that everyone will wish both Ron and Chris the best."
Died Pretty Release Their First Live Album, Announce Australian Tour Dates
The band will be joined by Melbourne’s The Underground Lovers on tour this October - tickets are on sale now.
Legendary Aus Rocker Ron Peno Diagnosed With Cancer
"We’ll do whatever we can to support him in this battle."
Live Review: Died Pretty, Radio Birdman, Kim Salmon
"Their disdain and yet mastery of pop music was apparent and is a common theme throughout influential punk bands."
Live Review: Died Pretty, Radio Birdman, Mick Medew & The Mesmerisers
"...The rock'n'roll tradition - and this wonderful, timeless music - is bound to outlive us all, and that can only be a good thing."
Live Review: Radio Birdman, Died Pretty, The Volcanics
"It's no shock they still possess the raw energy and intensity required to put on one hell of a rock'n'roll show."
Live Review: Radio Birdman, Died Pretty, Kim Salmon
"At times he seems about to completely throw himself into the maelstrom of the racket - then pulls back, as if worried he might pull a hammy."
Radio Birdman & Died Pretty Reflect On The Good Ol' Times And What's Coming Next
"I stormed off the stage and bashed down the door to what I thought was the dressing room..."
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