Artist description Alternative rock band from Northwestern PA fronted by Mike Litzinger.

Music Style Alternative Rock

Musical Influences Modern rock, alternative, classic rock, etc...

Similar Artists Placebo, David Bowie, Nirvana, Paul Westerberg, Radiohead, Led Zeppelin, etc...

Artist History The brainchild of Yellow No. 5 bassist Mike Litzinger, Behind The Nine Ball was formed in 1998. What began as a solo project turned in to a full-scale band. Mike performs all instruments on the studio recordings, and is backed by a hand-picked talented selection of musicians live.

Group Members Mike Litzinger [Studio] / Mike Litzinger, Jesse Lavery, Nathan Gramley, Steve Gramley, Jim Kipp, Bob Bazylak [Live]

Instruments Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards, Drums

Albums Darkest Dreams (2000), Love In Stereo (2002)

Press Reviews "One of the most original sounds I've heard in a long, long time" - NME "Deeply personal lyrics meshed with some of the best guitar and bass sounds I've heard" - CMJ "You will not find more diversity of styles in a single band or performer anywhere, except maybe Led Zeppelin or the Beatles..." - Rolling Stone

Location Meadville, PA - USA

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