Black Lips Members, Gear & Sound
US garage rock band
Members
Select a Black Lips band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.
About
Black Lips is an American band that emerged from Atlanta's vibrant music scene, known for their eclectic blend of garage rock, punk, and psychedelic influences. Formed in 1999, the group originally consisted of Cole Alexander (vocals, guitar), Jared Swilley (bass, vocals), Joe Bradley (drums), and Ben Eberbaugh (guitar). Over the years, the lineup has evolved, with notable additions like Zumi Rosow (saxophone) and Oakley Munson (drums), contributing to their dynamic sound. Black Lips have carved out a reputation for their raucous live performances and relentless touring schedule, earning them a dedicated following worldwide.
How to Sound Like Black Lips
Black Lips' sound captures the raw, gritty energy of garage punk, with a penchant for lo-fi production and an audacious blend of styles. Their music often features fuzzy, distorted guitar tones achieved through effects like the Danelectro DJ-13 French Toast Octave Distortion and the Danelectro Pastrami Overdrive. The band's aggressive, yet melodic approach is anchored by the powerful thump of the Orange AD200 MK3 Bass Head, driving their punk-infused rhythm section. With influences ranging from '60s garage to psychedelic rock, Black Lips' music exudes a sense of chaotic fun, making use of diverse instrumentation and effects to maintain their unpredictable and spirited vibe.
Discography
Black Lips
2003
We Did Not Know the Forest Spirit Made the Flowers Grow
2004
Let It Bloom
2005
Los Valientes del Mundo Nuevo
2007
Good Bad Not Evil
2007
200 Million Thousand
2009
Arabia Mountain
2011
Underneath the Rainbow
2014
Satan's Graffiti or God's Art?
2017
Sing in a World That's Falling Apart
2020
Apocalypse Love
2022
Season of the Peach
2025
Get the Black Lips Sound
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