MUSHROOMHEAD

Mushroomhead is an alternative metal band from Cleveland, Ohio. Formed in 1993 in Cleveland's Warehouse District, the band’s music can be described as a synthesis of alternative, heavy metal, and electro-industrial influences. The members of Mushroomhead have identified themselves by wearing masks. Mushroomhead is identified by its distinct “X Face” logo – commonly worn on the masks of most members; as well as clothing and associated merchandise.

Mushroomhead, Superbuick and M3
In 1993, Mushroomhead was established as a side project. To differentiate itself from members’ existing bands and to dispel any misconceptions about the group’s sound and musical content, Mushroomhead adopted costumes, masks and pseudonyms. They are considered Industrial Metal. Mushroomhead played its first show in 1993. Days later, the octet found itself on stage alongside established metal band GWAR. “We played our first show on a Saturday,” said the band’s drummer, Skinny, in an article for Mushroomhead’s official website.
In 1995, Mushroomhead released its self-financed debut album with Filthy Hands Co., Mushroomhead. For the members, Mushroomhead became a priority with their original bands breaking-up. The band’s line-up saw many changes throughout the 1990s, stayed active, steadily releasing music and gaining new fans. In 1996 they released Superbuick, which had added a more industrial element to their sound. The album was financed with their own record "Filthy Hand Co." also named as "Mushroom Co." In 1999, Mushroomhead released M3, which was the final album they self-released.