Phantom 309 (band)

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Phantom 309
OriginAtlanta, Georgia, United States
GenresNoise rock, garage punk, garage rock, punk blues
Years active1988–1989
LabelsTupelo
Associated actsDUH, The Jesus Lizard, Mount Shasta, Shakuhachi Surprise
Past membersJohn Forbes
Gary Held
Mac McNeilly

Phantom 309 was a noise rock band formed in Atlanta, Georgia by Gary Held, John Forbes and Mac McNeilly.[1] They existed for a brief amount of time and recorded one full-length album, titled A Sinister Alphabet, in 1989.

History[]

Phantom 309 was founded in 1988 and issued their debut album, titled A Sinister Alphabet in 1989 on Tupelo Recording Company.[2] It was produced by Jon Langford, known for his work with Mekons and Three Johns, and featured artwork by renowned illustrator Edward Gorey, who allowed the band access to his work for $400.[1] The group disbanded when Mac McNeilly moved to Chicago to play drums for The Jesus Lizard in 1989.[3]

Discography[]

References[]

  1. ^ Jump up to: a b Robbins, Ira (2007). "Phantom 309". Trouser Press. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
  2. ^ "Phantom 309: A Sinister Alphabet > Overview". Allmusic. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
  3. ^ Radford, Chad (November 5, 2009). "Interview: Mac McNeilly of the Jesus Lizard". Creative Loafing. Retrieved August 11, 2017.

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