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King Buzzo, the iconic frontman often called the Godfather of Grunge, is best known for shaping sludge and alternative metal with the Melvins. As a solo artist, he has explored intimate acoustic textures and stark, abrasive storytelling that diverges from the Melvins’ roar. His discography shows a deliberate journey through heavy riffs and folk-tinged compositions, grounded in a fearless DIY approach. This page covers his solo work, notable releases, and upcoming tour activity that you can catch across North America in 2025.

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Whether you’ve followed his career from the early days of the Melvins or discovered his solo material more recently, you’ll find a straightforward path to secure your seats and keep up with his latest shows here—like having a dependable friend in the business who can get you tickets.

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King Buzzo continues to influence generations of bands and fans with a prolific output across formats. For the latest updates, follow his official channels and Bandcamp pages for This Machine Kills Artists and Gift of Sacrifice, and stay tuned for tour announcements and new music.

The essentials

Quick Facts About King Buzzo

  • Solo discography (albums, most recent first): Gift of Sacrifice (2020) on Ipecac Recordings; This Machine Kills Artists (2014) on Ipecac Recordings.
  • First solo single 'Science in Modern America' accompanied Gift of Sacrifice (2020), released with Trevor Dunn.
  • Genres and style: known for sludge/alternative metal with abrasive riffs in Melvins, while solo work has explored acoustic/folk textures on This Machine Kills Artists; the solo approach departed from core Melvins roar at times. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buzz_Osborne))
  • Major influence/achievements: widely regarded as a foundational figure in grunge/sludge; frequently cited as a key influence on Nirvana and the broader scene; sometimes described as the 'Godfather of Grunge.' ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buzz_Osborne))
  • 2025 Thunderball release and tour: Thunderball (Melvins 1983) released April 18, 2025; 2025 Spring Break Tour with Napalm Death (April–May 2025) across the U.S., with North American dates listed in sources. ([blabbermouth.net](https://blabbermouth.net/news/melvins-1983-announce-new-album-thunderball))
  • 2025 Portland show: Melvins show with King Buzzo at Revolution Hall in Portland on June 3, 2025 (part of the 2025 tour). ([portlandmercury.com](https://www.portlandmercury.com/music/2025/05/01/47765533/the-buzz-with-melvins-frontman-king-buzzo))

The records

King Buzzo Discography

  • Gift of Sacrifice
    2020 · Ipecac Recordings
  • This Machine Kills Artists
    2014 · Ipecac Recordings

The hits

Top King Buzzo Songs

  • Science in Modern America
    2020 · N/A

King Buzzo continues to influence generations of bands and fans with a prolific output across formats. For the latest updates, follow his official channels and Bandcamp pages for This Machine Kills Artists and Gift of Sacrifice, and stay tuned for tour announcements and new music.

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