Bryan Erickson (musician)
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Bryan Erickson (born September 26 1972) is known primarily for his involvement with the electronic music bands Velvet Acid Christ and Toxic Coma. Erickson also goes by the stage names of "hexfix93" and "Disease Factory".[1] He currently resides in Westminster, Colorado.[citation needed]
Musical characteristics
Erickson has experimented with music in several forms since the late 1980s, from punk and funk to electronic music. The overall theme of his work with the band Velvet Acid Christ is typically negative, culturally critical, and misanthropic; his work with Toxic Coma is a more experimental blend of the same with humor that often strays into parody.
Inspiration
Erickson claims to draw most of his creative inspiration from an abusive, repressed childhood and the "impurities" of modern Western culture. He has also been inspired by a diverse array of other musicians and their works; these influences range from bands such as Skinny Puppy, Orbital, and The Legendary Pink Dots to more mainstream acts like Madonna, The B52's, and Garbage.[2]
Erickson's personal life is often expressed through his music. A practicing vegan, he sometimes discusses this in his lyrics. Similarly and more frequently, he expresses his beliefs regarding animal rights, human rights, capitalism and religion.
See also
References
- ^ "V E L V E T A C I D C H R I S T NEWS". Velvet Acid Christ website. October 31, 2007.
- ^ "VAC: FAQ". Velvet Acid Christ website. October 31, 2007.
External links
- http://www.vampirefreaks.com/Velvet-Acid-Christ Bryan Erickson's Vampirefreaks