Crazy Town's Shifty Shellshock Dies at 49

Remembering the Lead Singer of the Late-1990s Rap-Rock Band

Remembering the Late Crazy Town Frontman Shifty Shellshock

Shifty Shellshock, the lead singer of the late-1990s rap-rock band Crazy Town, has died at the age of 49. The band was known for their hit song "Butterfly," which reached number one on the Billboard charts in 2001. Shellshock was also known for his unique vocal style and his energetic stage presence.

Crazy Town was formed in Los Angeles in 1995 by Bret Epic Mazur and Shifty. The band released their debut album, "The Gift of Game," in 1999. The album was a commercial success, selling over two million copies worldwide. Crazy Town followed up with their second album, "Darkhorse," in 2002. The album was not as successful as their debut, but it did produce the hit single "Pretty Boy."

Crazy Town broke up in 2003, but they reunited in 2017. The band has been touring and recording new music since then. Shellshock's death is a tragic loss for the music world. He was a talented musician and a charismatic performer. He will be missed by his fans and his fellow musicians.