Malfunkshun is an American rock band that emerged as one of the progenitors of the Seattle music scene that eventually gave rise to grunge in the early 1990s. The band formed in 1980 by brothers Andrew Wood (lead vocals and bass) and Kevin Wood (guitar), along with drummer Regan Hagar. Malfunkshun stood out for their flamboyant and glamorous image, which was a stark contrast to the more subdued aesthetic of their peers. Their music is characterized by heavy guitar riffs, a melodic sensibility, and Andrew Wood's distinctive vocals and charismatic presence.

Though never achieving the massive mainstream success of some of their contemporaries, Malfunkshun is a beloved cult favorite among fans of the grunge era. After years of local performances and the creation of a dedicated fan base, the band's influence became more widely recognized following Andrew Wood's death in 1990 and the subsequent release of their only studio album, "Return to Olympus," in 1995. The album compiled tracks recorded throughout the 1980s, showcasing the band's unique fusion of hard rock, punk, and glam elements which prefigured the sound that others from the Seattle scene would bring to global prominence. Despite their brief initial career, Malfunkshun retains a fond place in the history of Seattle rock not only for their music but for their impact on the fertile cultural landscape from which grunge emerged.

Genres

Funk Metal

Grunge

Latest Release

Glow

Malfunkshun

Ep - 5 Tracks - Released July 15, 2021