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Having gotten their start in 1993, Stuck Mojo was always an easy target for criticism, if not for their use of fusion of metal and rap -- "overdue" or "generic" were the most common jabs -- and even bigotry from those unable to accept their African-American frontman Bonz. Regardless of the negative or demeaning heckles when they first started in their home base of Atlanta, GA, Stuck Mojo continued on and eventually scored a deal with Century Media Records in 1994. With the accompaniment of guitarist Rich Ward, Corey Lowery on bass, and Bud Fontsere on drums, the release of Snappin' Necks debuted in 1995 with a plethora of touring to follow within the next year. Hitting the road with such acts as Machine Head and Slapshot, Stuck Mojo found their new living quarters in the (dis)comfort of their rented van. With this constant living on the road in full effect, 1996's Violated EP, followed by their second album, Pigwalk, helped fuel this lifestyle. Come 1998 without the problem of having to go out and get a real job or an apartment, Stuck Mojo released their third album, Rising, which vividly themes the group's second favorite passion outside of going on tour: wrestling. HVY1 followed a year later, and in mid-2000 Stuck Mojo returned with Declaration of a Headhunter. ~ Mike DaRonco, Rovi
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Stuck Mojo
Origin Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Genres Rap metal
Years active 1989–2000, 2005–present
Labels Century Media, Napalm
Associated acts Fozzy, Sick Speed
Website StuckMojo.us
Members
Lord Nelson
Rich Ward
Sean Delson
Bud Fontsere
Past members
Bonz
Corey Lowery
Mike Martin

Stuck Mojo is an American heavy metal band from Atlanta, Georgia. Formed in 1989 by guitarist Rich Ward, Stuck Mojo is considered to be one of the pioneers of rap metal. Touring alongside bands such as Machine Head and Slapshot. Stuck Mojo's most successful album, Rising, peaked at #48 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart. The band disbanded in 2000, reforming five years later. In 2006, their original vocalist, Bonz, was replaced by rapper Lord Nelson. Their fifth studio album, Southern Born Killers, was initially released without a record label, offered as a free download in addition to being sold on compact disc. To date, they have released six studio albums and one live album.

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History

In their early days, Stuck Mojo was criticized for their hip hop influences, while some audiences directed bigotry towards against Bonz, their African American lead vocalist/rapper.[1] In 1994, Stuck Mojo signed a deal with Century Media Records, releasing their debut album, Snappin' Necks in 1995. Allmusic's Bret Love wrote that "The group's high testosterone and volume levels, and virtual lack of funkiness, ensure a somewhat limited appeal, but for angry young men with too much pent-up energy, the powerful aggression of Snappin' Necks must be close to heaven."[2] In October 1995, the band joined Machine Head and Slapshot on a ten-week tour while living in a rented van.[1] Stuck Mojo's first European tour followed, and they were named the best live band by MTV Europe.[3]

Their second studio album, Pigwalk, was released on October 8, 1996. Stephen Thomas Erlewine wrote that "Pigwalk captures the pummelling power of the band's intense live shows, yet the group doesn't yet have the ability to construct a memorable riff or hook, leaving Pigwalk as an entertaining, but uncompelling, cross of Rage Against the Machine and Pantera."[4] On March 3, 1998, Stuck Mojo released their third studio album, Rising. It peaked at #48 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers chart.[5] Allmusic reviewer Steve Huey wrote that "Rising shows some musical growth from Pigwalk, although Stuck Mojo still lose their musical focus on several occasions over the course of the album."[6]

Stuck Mojo disbanded following the release of a live album, HVY1, and their fourth studio album, Declaration of a Headhunter, reforming in 2005. During the band's period of inactivity, Ward worked on side projects such as Fozzy and Sick Speed.[3][7] In 2006, Stuck Mojo began recording material for a new album with original vocalist Bonz.[8][9] Rapper Lord Nelson was asked to contribute guest vocals to the album.[10] When it was decided that Bonz would not continue as the band's vocalist, Lord Nelson stepped into Bonz' position.[10] The band's fifth studio album, Southern Born Killers, was released directly through the band's website without a label.[3] The album was released as a free download, while the compact disc edition contained a bonus DVD.[11] After signing with Napalm Records, Southern Born Killers was released nationally, with three bonus tracks.[3] On November 28, 2008, Stuck Mojo released their sixth studio album, The Great Revival. It featured what has been described as some of the band's heaviest work, as well as some of the band's most "commercially-tinged songs".[12] According to Ward on Facebook, Stuck is releasing a ep when the presidential election comes around later in 2012. Ward also would go on to say in 2013 the band will release a cd when fozzy goes on break.

Music and lyrics

Stuck Mojo fuses Southern-based heavy metal with hip hop influences, and is considered to be one of the pioneers of rap metal.[8][9] Mark Jenkins of The Washington Post noted the conservative viewpoint of some of the band's songs, writing that "the [song] "Crooked Figurehead" does begin with an anti-Clinton rant, which suggests that this Atlanta quartet is the mirror image of leftist agit-metal band Rage Against the Machine."[13] The band cites Red Hot Chili Peppers, Run-D.M.C., Faith No More and Black Sabbath as influences.[3]

Discography

Band members

Former band members

  • Rodney Beaubouef – drums
  • Bonz – vocals/lyrics - currently in killerintheworkplace
  • Dan Dryden – bass
  • Corey Lowery – bass
  • Tim Maines - drums
  • Ryan Mallam – guitar
  • Mike Martin - guitar[3]
  • Dwayne Fowler - bass
  • Brent Payne - drums
  • Karman Gossett - drums
  • Steve Underwood - drummer[3]
  • Brad Hasty - drums
  • Scott Spooner - keyboards

References

  1. ^ a b DaRonco, Mike. "Biography of Stuck Mojo". Allmusic. http://www.allmusic.com/artist/p194948. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  2. ^ Love, Bret. "Review of Snappin' Necks". Allmusic. http://www.allmusic.com/album/r274408. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  3. ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Biography and Discography". Stuck Mojo. http://www.stuckmojo.us/bio.html. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  4. ^ Erlewine, Stephen Thomas. "Review of Pigwalk". Allmusic. http://www.allmusic.com/album/r241719. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  5. ^ "Charts and awards for Rising". Allmusic. http://www.allmusic.com/album/r341702. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  6. ^ Huey, Steve. "Review of Rising". Allmusic. http://www.allmusic.com/album/r341702. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  7. ^ Huey, Steve. "Biography of Fozzy". Allmusic. http://www.allmusic.com/artist/p451659. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  8. ^ a b "Mojo's Working — Rap-rock Pioneers Are Back". Columbus Ledger-Enquirer. April 13, 2006. http://nl.newsbank.com/nl-search/we/Archives?p_product=CL&s_site=ledgerenquirer&p_multi=CL&p_theme=realcities&p_action=search&p_maxdocs=200&p_topdoc=1&p_text_direct-0=110FCD9756137570&p_field_direct-0=document_id&p_perpage=10&p_sort=YMD_date:D&s_trackval=GooglePM. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  9. ^ a b Barnes, Brad (April 19, 2006). "Rap-rock pioneers have their 'Mojo' workin'". Columbus Ledger-Enquirer. http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-14911549_ITM. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  10. ^ a b "In His Own Words - Lord Nelson". Stuck Mojo. http://www.stuckmojo.us/lord-bio.html. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  11. ^ "And don't miss ...". Spartanburg Herald Journal. April 12, 2007. http://www.goupstate.com/article/20070412/NEWS/704120339/-1/LIFE. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  12. ^ Interview: Stuck Mojo. Rock Sound. http://www.rocksound.tv/articles/2319/Interview-Stuck-Mojo.html. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 
  13. ^ Jenkins, Mark (November 20, 1998). "STUCK MOJO "Rising" Century Media; ULTRASPANK "Ultraspank" Epic". The Washington Post. http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P2-696153.html. Retrieved 9 December 2008. 

External links

Stuck Mojo
Lord Nelson  · Rich Ward  · Sean Delson  · Mike Martin  · Steve Underwood
Bonz  · Corey Lowery  · Bud Fontsere
Studio albums
Other albums
Videos
Inside the Monster: The Evilution of Stuck Mojo Vol. I
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