King Missile
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Bio
King Missile is an avant-garde rock band from New York City, founded in 1986 by poet/vocalist John S. Hall. Known for blending spoken word, absurdist humor, and surreal storytelling with alternative rock instrumentation, they carved out a cult following in the late ’80s and early ’90s. Their best-known track, “Detachable Penis” (1992), brought them mainstream recognition, but most of their catalog emphasizes satire, experimental lyrics, and art-rock performance. Over the years, the project has taken different forms (King Missile (Dog Fly Religion), King Missile, King Missile III), always centered on Hall’s eccentric vision.
Music style
Art Rock, Avant-garde, Alternative Rock