- Seth Binzer known as Shifty Shellshock, passed away on June 24, 2024, at 49.
- He was born on August 23, 1974, in Los Angeles.
- He was the son of filmmaker Rollin Binzer and Leslie Brooks.
Seth Binzer, widely known by his stage name Shifty Shellshock, passed away on June 24, 2024, at the age of 49. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed his death, but the cause remains undisclosed.
Binzer gained fame as the co-founder of the rap rock band Crazy Town, best known for their chart-topping hit “Butterfly.” Born on August 23, 1974, in Los Angeles, Binzer spent his childhood between Boston and Los Angeles. He was the son of filmmaker Rollin Binzer and Leslie Brooks. By age 12, he was back in Los Angeles, where he developed a passion for rapping and graffiti art.
In 1992, Binzer met Bret Mazur, and they began collaborating as The Brimstone Sluggers before forming Crazy Town in 1999. Their debut album, “The Gift of Game,” sold over 1.5 million copies, largely due to the success of “Butterfly,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 and international charts.
During Crazy Town’s hiatus, Binzer showcased his versatility by collaborating with British producer Paul Oakenfold on the hit single “Starry Eyed Surprise” from Oakenfold’s album “Bunkka.”
Throughout his life, Binzer was candid about his battles with addiction, documented on VH1’s “Celebrity Rehab” and “Sober House.” He was hospitalized in 2012 after losing consciousness but recovered after emerging from a coma.
Binzer’s passing marks the end of a tumultuous yet impactful career in music, remembered for his contributions to the rap rock genre and his openness about personal struggles. He leaves behind a legacy of artistic influence and a reminder of the challenges faced by many in the public eye.
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