Redd Kross Members, Gear & Sound

Genre

Power pop Punk blues Hardcore punk Glam punk Alternative pop Punk gbvfi modern power pop underground power pop

Members

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Greg Hetson

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Bad Religion Circle Jerks Graffin and Hetson Marky Ramone’s Blitzkrieg General Fucking Principle Creatures in Habit Black President

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Steve McDonald

Roles:

Bassist

Groups:

Melvins Tenacious D Sparks Off North American Hallowe'en Prevention Initiative Trainwreck The Tater Totz Ze Malibu Kids The Steven McDonald Group Nighttime Boogie Association Revolution 409 Purple Electricity Dale Crover Band Broken Bat

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Dez Cadena

Roles:

Singer Guitarist

Groups:

Misfits Black Flag Vida FLAG The Demonics Loaded Society's Ills Osaka Popstar Chop D.C.3

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Jack Irons

Roles:

Drummer Composer

Groups:

Red Hot Chili Peppers Pearl Jam The Wallflowers What Is This? Raging Slab Anthym Eleven Spinnerette Colonel Les Claypool's Fearless Flying Frog Brigade

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Robert Hecker

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Larval Revolution 409 Chemical People

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Brian Reitzell

Roles:

Drummer Composer

Groups:

TV Eyes

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Jeff McDonald

Roles:

Guitarist Music Producer

Groups:

The Tater Totz Ze Malibu Kids Revolution 409 Purple Electricity

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Michael Quercio

Roles:

Singer Bassist Music Producer

Groups:

The Three O'Clock The Tater Totz Rainy Day

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Eddie Kurdziel

Roles:

Guitarist

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Dave Peterson

Roles:

Drummer

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Janet Housden
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Gere Fennelly

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Romeo Void

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Danny Bonaduce

Groups:

The Partridge Family The Tater Totz

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Cherie Currie

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

The Runaways The Tater Totz

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About

Redd Kross is an American rock band rooted in the vibrant intersection of punk, metal, and bubblegum pop, reflecting the McDonald brothers' love for '70s pop culture and infectious hooks. Formed in Hawthorne, California, in the late 1970s by Jeff McDonald (vocals, guitar) and Steven McDonald (bass, vocals), the group has seen various members come and go, but the McDonald brothers remain the constant driving force. Over the years, Redd Kross has evolved their sound across genres, dabbling in power pop, glam punk, and alternative pop while maintaining an energetic and youthful spirit in their music.

How to Sound Like Redd Kross

Redd Kross's sonic landscape is characterized by melodic yet gritty guitar riffs and punchy, rhythmic bass lines that draw from their punk roots while embracing a more polished pop sensibility. To replicate their vibrant sound, one might consider the use of a Gibson SG Standard for its robust tone and a Fender Precision Bass for its solid, driving low end. The band's energetic vibe is further accentuated by effects like the Boss PH-2 Super Phaser, which helps create dynamic modulation textures that add depth and excitement to their compositions. Drummers aiming to capture their sound should focus on tight, dynamic playing that complements the band's vibrant, high-energy performances.

Discography

Red Cross

1980

Born Innocent

1982

Teen Babes From Monsanto

1984

Neurotica

1987

Third Eye

1990

Phaseshifter

1993

Show World

1997

Researching the Blues

2012

Hot Issue

2018

Beyond the Door

2019

Redd Kross

2024

Get the Redd Kross Sound

Want to sound like Redd Kross? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.