Artist description Typhoid Mary has existed in various forms and locations. It serves primarily as an outlet for Steve Hammond's original hard rock. Steve is not a very happy person, and his songs show it.

Music Style Totally Tasteless Hard Rock

Musical Influences Frank Zappa, Black Sabbath, New York Dolls, T-Rex, The Firesign Theatre

Similar Artists One Akron music critic described Typhoid Mary as,

Artist History Steve Hammond formed Typhoid Mary in September of 1988 during a long distance telephone call while living in Milwaukee. Steve moved back to Akron within days of forming Typhoid Mary. A radio disc jockey by trade, Typhoid Mary has moved as Steve's career dictates. Besides Akron, the band has also been based out of Youngstown, Columbus, and St. Louis. Another career change has recently returned Typhoid Mary to Akron, Ohio.

Group Members Founding member Steve Hammond is currently the only member of Typhoid Mary. He plans to re-form the band in the very near future.

Instruments Lead guitar, shock guitar, bass and percussion. Loose & Free is the only song that features any keyboards.

Albums Eat The Cookie (1997) released on Shallow Grave Records.

Press Reviews Too numerous to mention, but take our word for it, EVERYONE has had something to say about Typhoid Mary. You can find the reviews on our web site under the "Goodies" section. One music critic described Typhoid Mary as, "The most tasteless band in Ohio." That's good enough for us!!

Additional Info In addition to their album, Typhoid Mary has produced several music videos which are available through their web site. Also, all band archival material is available to the public upon request through Shallow Grave Productions.

Location Akron, OH - USA

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