The Cult is an English rock band formed in 1983. Get to know their albums, featurings and more!
List of The Cult's featurings
John Tempesta & John Miceli
The Cult members' ages
The Cult members are currently 60 & 62 years old.
The Cult's country of origin
The Cult is from United Kingdom.
The Cult members' real names
The Cult members' real names are Ian Astbury & Billy Duffy.
The Success Story of The Cult
Who Are The Cult?
The Cult is an English rock band formed in 1983 by vocalist Ian Astbury and guitarist Billy Duffy. After the disbandment of their previous group Southern Death Cult, they formed The Cult and released their debut studio album Dreamtime (1984).
Discography
The Cult has released ten studio albums over the course of their career. Some of their most popular albums are Love (1985), Electric (1987), Sonic Temple (1989), Ceremony (1991), and Born into This (2007).
Members
The current members of The Cult are Ian Astbury (vocals) and Billy Duffy (guitar). They have been joined by a variety of musicians over the years, including John Tempesta (drums) and John Miceli (drums).
Live Performance
The Cult has embarked on numerous world tours throughout their career. They have headlined festivals such as the Reading Festival, Download Festival, and Isle of Wight Festival. They have also performed alongside some of the biggest names in rock music, including Guns N' Roses, Ozzy Osbourne, and Metallica.
Awards and Recognition
The Cult has earned several awards and nominations for their work. In 1989, they won a BPI Award for Best British Band. They were also nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 1990 for the song ""Edie (Ciao Baby)"".
Legacy
The Cult has established themselves as one of the most influential bands in rock music. Their music has been featured in films such as The Matrix Reloaded (2003) and Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998). They have also been cited as an influence by numerous artists, including Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters. The Cult continues to be one of the most popular live acts, drawing crowds from all over the world.
