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Lifesavers Underground

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FromCalifornia, United States
Years active1986–1998, 2007 – 2010
StatusInactive
SoundAlternativeGothic RockPunkRock
LabelsAlarmaBlonde VinylFrontlineMcr
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Lifesavers Underground (aka LSU, and L.S. Underground) was a musical project created by Michael Knott.

In 1987, Lifesavers Underground released their debut album, Shaded Pain. This was followed in 1989 with Wakin’ Up the Dead.

This Is the Healing was released in 1991; the album utilised a drum machine, while Knott played most of the musical instruments. The Grape Prophet (1993) was the first rock opera by Knott.

Released in 1993, their fifth album was Cash in Chaos: World Tour. At this point, Knott announced that he was changing the name of LSU to “Cash in Chaos” (hence the mixed band name for this release).

Grace Shaker was released in 1994, which was followed in 1998 by Dogfish Jones, another rock opera.

Album-by-album

Shaded Pain

Shaded Pain arrived on 1987 through Frontline Records.

Shaded Pain is identified as the fourth studio album in the band catalogue.

Shaded Pain was recorded 1987 and with production credited to Chris Brigandi.

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The Grape Prophet (Deluxe Edition) cover artwork

Latest release

The Grape Prophet (Deluxe Edition)

Album2 April 202114 tracks

The Grape Prophet (Deluxe Edition) remains part of the band’s recorded catalogue. Through LOST IN OHIO.

Label: LOST IN OHIO
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Discography

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  • Shaded Pain – Lifesavers Underground, 1987 (Frontline Records)
  • Wakin’ Up The Dead – Lifesavers Underground, 1989 (Blonde Vinyl)
  • This Is The Healing – Lifesavers Underground, 1991 (Blonde Vinyl)
  • The Grape Prophet – L.S. Underground, 1992 (Blonde Vinyl)
  • Cash in Chaos: World Tour – LSU, 1993 (Siren Records)
  • Grace Shaker – LSU, 1994 (Alarma Records)
  • Bring It Down Now – LSU, 1995 (Gray Dot)
  • Dogfish Jones – LSU, 1998 (Light)
  • Definitive Collection – LSU (and solo Michael Knott), 1998 (KMG)
  • Finding Angel – LSU, 2001
  • PTSD – L.S. Underground, 2010

Several bootlegs have appeared, including 3-14-81 and The Nashville Demos from the early 80s. Much like Knott, Krischak has released several projects since the demise of Lifesavers, including Generation XXX (2000).

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Former member

Brian Doidge

Confirmed release appearances: Shaded Pain (1987, Less Paul gold top, Ibanez 12 string acoustic, Yamaha 6 string acoustic, and a black bass).

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Michael Knott

Confirmed release appearances: Shaded Pain (1987, Vocals and 3 keyboard parts; cover art and all paintings).

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References
  1. ^ Canfield, Dave (1991). “Reviews / This Is The Healing“. Cornerstone. 20 (95): 34. ISSN 0275-2743.
  2. ^ Van Pelt, Doug (March–April 1999). “Album Reviews: Michael Knott / LSU definitive collection“. HM Magazine (76). ISSN 1066-6923.
  3. ^ “Album Reviews”. July 14, 2001. Archived from the original on July 14, 2001.

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