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J. Bryan Bowden is an American drummer, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and session musician, notable for his contributions to several critically acclaimed alternative, noise rock, and indie rock recordings, as well as extensive touring with prominent artists. He first gained recognition in the 1990s as a member of Austin-based band Sixteen Deluxe, later joining Crown Heights, Starfish, Grand Mal, The Heroine Sheiks, The Young Heart Attack, and the NYC supergroup Emma Peel, which featured members of Pussy Galore, Boss Hog, and Piss Factory.[1]
Bowden’s drumming, as well as his skills as a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and composer, have been featured on recordings and tours supporting artists including The Jesus and Mary Chain, Echo & the Bunnymen, Spoon, Slayer, and Emma Peel.[2] He has performed internationally, including work in Norway and throughout Europe between 2009 and 2011.[3]
Career
[edit]1990s: Early career
[edit]Bowden began his career in the early 1990s in Austin, Texas, where he played as the drummer for Sixteen Deluxe, recording and touring in support of their debut Backfeedmagnetbabe (1995, Trance Syndicate).[4]
In 1996, he became a founding member of Crown Heights, releasing the single More Pricks Than Kicks on American Recordings.[5]
He subsequently toured as the drummer for Starfish in support of their album Frustrated, released on Trance Syndicate.[4]
2000s: New York and session work
[edit]After moving to New York City, Bowden joined Grand Mal, playing on their major label debut Maledictions (2001, Slash Records/London Recordings).[3] He also recorded the single We Are The with The Heroine Sheiks (1999, Amphetamine Reptile Records).[3]
In 2000–2001, Bowden toured and recorded with The Young Heart Attack, contributing to what would later become their debut Mouthful of Love (2004, XL Recordings).[3]
During this era, Bowden was also a member of the NYC supergroup Emma Peel, touring in support of their 1995 album Play Emma for Me (Sympathy for the Record Industry). The band included members of Pussy Galore, Boss Hog, and Piss Factory, and was noted for its mix of noise rock and punk energy.[1]
2009–2011: International work
[edit]From 2009 to 2011, Bowden performed and recorded internationally, including collaborations and appearances in Norway and across Europe.[3]
2020s: New project
[edit]As of 2024, Bowden is reportedly working on a new, as-yet-unnamed original project featuring high-profile collaborators. The project, which has already generated industry buzz, is expected to be released in fall 2026, with festival appearances anticipated.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Play Emma for Me – Review". The Austin Chronicle. November 8, 1996. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
- ^ "Live Shots". The Austin Chronicle. December 15, 1995. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
- ^ a b c d e f "Dancing About Architecture". The Austin Chronicle. February 9, 2001. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
- ^ a b "Musical Notes". The Austin Chronicle. February 2, 1996. Retrieved 2025-07-16.
- ^ "Live Shots". The Austin Chronicle. September 13, 1996. Retrieved 2025-07-16.