Nerf Herder
Originating from Santa Barbara, California, USA, Nerf Herder formed in 1994, with a line-up comprising Parry Gripp (guitar/vocals), Steve Sherlock (drums), and Charlie Dennis (bass). Their unusual name was inspired by a line spoken by Princess Leia in the sci-fi movie, The Empire Strike Backs. The band's geeky look and catchy power pop tunes, similar to Weezer, caught the attention of Arista Records shortly afterwards, resulting in a recording contract and the re-release of their self-titled debut. The album spawned a novelty hit in the form of "Van Halen", but the trio's initial success did not prevent Dennis from leaving the band in 1998, which led to the addition of new bass player Pete Newbury, as well as a fourth member Dave Ehrlich (guitar). On the eve of a supporting European tour, Newbury bowed out of the band, resulting in yet another new bass player, Justin Fisher (ex-Rentals). The new line-up debuted in 2000 with How To Meet Girls (their first for new label, Honest Don's), which performed below commercial expectations. Nerf Herder's third album, American Cheese, followed in 2002. It was the first recording to feature new bass player Ben Pringle. The band temporarily broke up the following year before the original line-up reunited in 2004.
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Albums
- (2008) IV
- (2007) Led Zeppelin Rules
- (2005) How To Meet Girls
- (2005) American Cheese
- (2005) My E.P.
- (1996) Nerf Herder
Top Tracks
- Van Halen
- Mr. Spock
- Sorry
- 5000 Ways To Die
- Vivian
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