Eric Carlson, higher often known as Sickie Wifebeater, a founding member and lead guitarist of MENTORS, some of the controversial rock bands to emerge from the Nineteen Seventies, died on December 29 on the age of 66 after a battle with most cancers.
Late Sunday night time (December 29),the next message was posted on the MENTORS‘ social media: “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Eric Carlson. Eric was fondly often known as Sickie Wifebeater, a founding member of the musical trio MENTORS. He handed this night 11:43 est, succumbing to a 12 months lengthy battle with most cancers. Eric will probably be missed by those that cherished him. His musical legacy will out reside us all.
“REST IN POWER SICKIE! Guitar Legend! #ripsickie
Might 22, 1958 – December 29, 2024″
Carlson began MENTORS in Seattle in 1976 with bass guitarist Steve Broy (Dr. Heathen Scum) and singer/drummer Eldon Hoke (El Duce) who attended Roosevelt Excessive Faculty collectively.
Most recognized for his or her shock rock stage presence akin to GG ALLIN & THE MURDER JUNKIES, a protracted historical past of false rumors and outrageous myths additionally helped increase MENTORS‘ fame and notoriety. The trio impressed and offended lots worldwide utilizing chauvinistic satire and an obscene comical act, taking part in an identifiable function in ethical depravity and pushing the boundaries of freedom of speech.
Many have referred to as MENTORS pioneers of shock rock. They have been recognized for his or her offensive and perverse lyrics which caught the eye of many, together with Tipper Gore, who shaped the PMRC (Dad and mom Useful resource Music Heart) motion, citing MENTORS for his or her stunning lyrics and labeling albums with “Parental Warning” labels.
El Duce had controversial appearances, together with “Jerry Springer” and “The Scorching Seat”.
After overcoming El Duce‘s 1997 loss of life on the age of 39, MENTORS continued to maintain El Duce‘s spirit alive writing, touring and recording new materials.
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Eric Carlson. Eric was fondly often known as Sickie Wifebeater, a…
Posted by The Mentors on Sunday, December 29, 2024
