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Ruby
Ruby formed in Los Angeles in 1987 with Jake Henderson on vocals and guitar, Chloe Mercer on bass, and Zeke Jarvis on drums. Their debut album 'Carnival of...
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Beefheart
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Bud
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Cargo
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Carondelet
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Doe iets
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Flippin' Tha Bird
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Fly
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Fuse Again
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Grace
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Heidi
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Hoops
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Lamplight
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Lilypad
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Paraffin
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Pine
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Queen Of Denial
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Ruby formed in Los Angeles in 1987 with Jake Henderson on vocals and guitar, Chloe Mercer on bass, and Zeke Jarvis on drums. Their debut album 'Carnival of Souls' came out in 1989, featuring the track 'Beefheart' that got heavy radio play. They followed with albums like 'Firebrand' in 1992 and 'Shattered Mirrors' in 1995.
Their sound had distorted guitars and Henderson's raspy vocals, with songs like 'Bud' and 'Carondelet' showing their post-punk and grunge leanings. They played explosive live shows that drew from bands like the Stooges and Sonic Youth.
Henderson had some struggles with substance abuse and mental health that affected the band at times. Their lyrics and stage presence could be confrontational, which turned off some listeners while others connected with their raw approach.
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