The Shamen (/ˈʃeɪmɛn/ SHAY-men) were a Scottish psychedelic band, formed in 1985 in Aberdeen, who became a chart-topping British electronic dance music act by the early 1990s. The founding members were Colin Angus, Derek McKenzie and Keith McKenzie. Peter Stephenson joined shortly after to take over on keyboards from Angus.
Several other people were later in the band. Angus then teamed up with Will Sinnott, and together they found credibility as pioneers of rock/dance crossover.[citation needed] When rapper Mr. C joined, the band moved on to international commercial success with "Ebeneezer Goode" and their 1992 Boss Drum album.
Members:
Colin Angus - vocals, guitar, keyboards, bass guitar (1985-1999)
Bob Breeks - keyboards (1992-1999)
Gavin Knight - drums, electronic percussion (1991-1999)
Richard West (Mr. C) - vocals, keyboards (1990-1999)
Victoria Wilson-James - vocals (1993-1999)
Former members:
John Delafons - drums, electronic percussion (1989-1990)
Derek McKenzie - vocals, guitar (1985-1987)
Keith McKenzie - drums, electronic percussion (1985-1988)
Allison Morrison - keyboards, vocals (1985-1986)
Richard Sharpe - keyboards (1991-1992)
Will Sinnott (Will Sin) - bass guitar, keyboards, vocals (1987-1991, his death)
Peter Stephenson - keyboards (1986-1988)
Cody "The Chuck" H. - vocals (1991-1993)
From: Aberdeen, Scotland
Genre(s):
Psychedelia,
indie dance,
electronic
Active From: 1985-1999