Spencer Moody

As the lead singer of The Murder City Devils, Spencer Moody helped to define a new branch of noisy punk rock.  The Murder City Devils were formed in 1996 out of the remains of Area 51, the Death Wish Kids, and the Hookers.   

Born and raised in the suburbs of Seattle, Spencer grew up in the all ages music scene of the early 90's. Attending shows in the basements, backyards, YMCA's, teen centers, public parks, and eventually the Velvet Elvis Theater. Commiserating, cohabiting, and touring with bands like Botch, Modest Mouse, Mukilteo Fairies, and At The Drive In. 

Spencer has made records with Area 51, The Hookers, Murder City Devils, Triumph Of Lethargy Skinned Alive To Death, Dead Low Tide, Smoke and Smoke, And The John and Spencer Booze Explosion, .

In 2012 Spencer and his wife Germaine "Coco" Howard were invited to Washington State University to show work and lecture as part of there visiting artist program. 

Spencer lives with his Wife Coco and dog Frank in Los Angeles. He currently works as a coffee roaster, visual artist, poet, and musician. 

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