Sam Phipps
Sam Phipps | |
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Also known as | Sluggo Phipps |
Born | California, United States | October 1, 1953
Genres | New wave, rock, alternative rock, ska, avant-garde jazz |
Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Saxophone, clarinet, percussion |
Years active | 1973–present |
Sam "Sluggo" Phipps (born on October 1st, 1953) is an American saxophone player, best known for being a member of the new wave band Oingo Boingo.
Early life
Sam Phipps was born in Los Angeles, California. He played
Prior to the formation of Oingo Boingo, Phipps met future members
Career
Music
While performing in Europe with singer and pianist
Following the breakup of Oingo Boingo, Phipps, along with Oingo Boingo members John Avila, Steve Bartek, Johnny "Vatos" Hernandez, and Doug Lacy formed the rock group Doug & the Mystics, who released their first and currently only album in 1995.[5]
Although former Oingo Boingo frontman Danny Elfman has stated that there will not be a full reunion, several other members, including Phipps, continue to perform with the band Oingo Boingo Former Members, led by drummer Johnny Vatos, playing songs from their Oingo Boingo career with vocalist Brendan McCreary.[6]
Film and television
Phipps appeared as a member of Satan's band, alongside The Mystic Knights of the Oingo Boingo, in the 1980 film
References
- ^ a b Oingo Boingo Secret Society Newsletter Winter/Spring 1987
- ^ a b Oingo Boingo Farewell - A Brief History: Mystic Knights of the Oingo Boingo YouTube
- ^ a b Discogs – Sam Phipps
- ^ Allmusic – Oingo Boingo
- ^ Discogs – Doug & the Mystics
- ^ Oingo Boingo Dance Party
- ^ Buzzine – Oingo Boingo
- ^ IMDb – Sam Phipps
External links
- Sam Phipps discography at Discogs
- Sam Phipps at IMDb
- Sam Phipps artist profile at AllMusic