Scruffy Looking Nerf Herder Mens T Shirt - Sci-Fi Movie Gift for Him Dad. From United Kingdom. T-shirt large nerf herder rock band smuggling company 20.5 inches pit to pit. Nerf Bars & Running Boards for Honda. Nerf Bars & Running Boards for Dodge. Limited Edition Dragon.Con 2014 Exclusive tee (while supplies last). Printed on 100% Ring-Spun cotton tee. View full product details ».
(L-R) Ben Pringle (bass); Linus Dotson (guitar, keyboard); Parry Gripp (vocals, guitar); Steve Sherlock (drums) | |
Background information | |
---|---|
Origin | Santa Barbara, California, U.S. |
Genres | Pop punk, geek rock, alternative rock |
Years active | 1994–2003, 2005–present |
Website | nerfherder.com |
Members |
|
Past members |
|
Nerf Herder is an American rock band from Santa Barbara, California,[1] formed in 1994[2] by Parry Gripp (vocals, guitar), Charlie Dennis (bass) and Steve Sherlock (drums). They describe themselves as a 'geek rock' band, and are known for simplistic modern punk-style songs with frequently humorous,[1] juvenile, and pop-culture-referencing lyrics. They are the inventors of the “nerdcore” music sub-genre, a reference to bands from Oxnard who called themselves “Nard”-core, which Gripp updated in the mid-90s to explain Nerf Herder and their nerdy influences.[3]
Their 1997 single 'Van Halen', a tribute to the band of the same name,[1][4] received significant radio airplay and led to their first major record deal with Arista Records.[5][6] They also composed and performed the theme music to the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer.[2][4]
- 3Band members
History[edit]
Nerf Herder was formed in Santa Barbara in 1994 by Parry Gripp (vocals, guitar), Charlie Dennis (bass), and Steve Sherlock (drums). Dennis left the band after the release of their debut self-titled album, and was replaced first by Pete Newbury, with Dave Ehrlich also joining as a second guitarist.[6] Newbury's tenure touring with the band was, however, short-lived. He was briefly replaced in 1999 by bassist Marko 72,[7] and then by Justin Fisher,[6] who played bass and keyboards on two albums (How To Meet Girls & American Cheese).
In 1999, Nerf Herder asked Arista to release them from their contract, so they could move forward with a new record, How To Meet Girls, with Honest Don's Records, a subsidiary of Fat Wreck Chords. A special EP for My Records (run by Joey Cape from Lagwagon) entitled My EP was released in 2001, and was followed in 2002 by their album American Cheese.
In April 2003, Nerf Herder appeared as the musical guest in the final-season Buffy episode 'Empty Places' – the very last band to play at The Bronze. Their special connection to the series was further acknowledged by a bit of dialogue, as 'Rock City News' played in the background:
- Kennedy: What kind of band plays during an apocalypse?
- Dawn: I think this band might actually be one of the signs.
By 2003, after the final American Cheese tour dates—during which time Ben Pringle (also of The Rentals during 2005–2008) had replaced Fisher (who had left amicably to front his own band, Psoma)—the band disintegrated. No official split was announced, but a post by Gripp on the band's website some time afterwards detailed how most of the former band members had gone on to get normal jobs.[8] Gripp did some work as a jingle writer, which led to his 2005 solo album For Those About To Shop, We Salute You, a 51-track concept album mimicking various musical styles and focusing on product commercialization.[9]
In late 2005, Nerf Herder made a surprise comeback, announcing on their website that they were playing a handful of gigs with the original lineup of Gripp, Dennis, and Sherlock. For Gripp's May 7, 2007 review of the day, he announced that the original lineup had finally finished recording their 4th album, which did not have a title at that time. Gripp stated that he wanted the title to be Brownerton, but that idea was shot down. He also stated that of the 13 songs recorded, they would probably pick 10 to be on the album. In June 2007, the band decided on the title Nerf Herder IV, and the album was released through Oglio Records on April 29, 2008. Pringle returned, and Former Size 14 singer Linus of Hollywood joined the live band (playing guitar and keyboard) in early 2008 for a series of West Coast shows and a short tour of Japan.
In 2014, Nerf Herder began working on album number five, entitled Rockingham, which was released on March 11, 2016.[10]
As of 2018, Nerf Herder has continued to perform live and is currently writing and recording new material.
Origin of band name[edit]
The band takes their name from the Star Wars franchise. A 'nerf' is a domesticated, bison-like quadruped, bred mainly as fatstock; thus, a 'nerf herder' (equivalent to a sheep herder) is not a well-regarded occupation, especially not by Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher). In the film The Empire Strikes Back (1980), Leia insults Han Solo (Harrison Ford) for asserting that she has romantic feelings for him:[6]
'Why you stuck-up, half-witted, scruffy-looking nerfherder!'[11]
Solo naturally takes exception: 'Who's scruffy-looking...?'
Band members[edit]
Current members
| Former members
|
Timeline[edit]
Discography[edit]
- Studio albums
- Nerf Herder (1996) My Records/Arista Records
- How to Meet Girls (2000) Honest Don's Records
- American Cheese (2002) Honest Don's Records
- Nerf Herder IV (2008) Oglio Records
- Rockingham (2016) Golfshirt Records
- Extended plays
- My E.P. (2001) My Records
- High Voltage Christmas Rock (2002) self-released
- Singles[12][13][14][15]
Year | Song | US Alt[16] | Album |
---|---|---|---|
1996 | 'Van Halen' | 35 | Nerf Herder |
1997 | 'Sorry' | -- | |
2000 | 'Courtney' | -- | How To Meet Girls |
2002 | 'Mr Spock' | -- | American Cheese |
2007 | 'Led Zeppelin Rules' | -- | IV |
2016 | 'At The Con' | -- | Rockingham |
2016 | 'Ghostbusters III' | -- | Rockingham |
2016 | 'Doctor Who' | -- | Rockingham |
- Compilation album appearances
The following are songs that have been featured on compilations that have not been released on any of the band's albums or EPs
- Happy Meals: A Smorgasbord of My Fav Songs (1996) My Records – 'Sorry' (alt version)
- BASEketball soundtrack (1998) Mojo/Universal – 'Don't Hate Me (Because I'm Beautiful)'
- Short Music For Short People (1999) Fat Wreck Chords – 'Doin' Laundry'
- Metal Rules: Tribute to Bad Hair Days (1999) Priority Records – 'Kiss Me Deadly'
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Album (1999) TVT Records – 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer Theme'
- Happy Meals Vol. 2 - The Perfect Marriage (2001) My Records – 'Hospital'
- Happy Meals Volume 3 (2002) My Records – 'Jacket'
- That Darn Punk Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2002) Kung Fu Records – 'Siegfried and Roy'
- Bad Scene, Everyone's Fault: Jawbreaker Tribute (2003) Dying Wish Records – 'Chesterfield King'
- Wrecktrospective (2009) Fat Wreck Chords – '5000 Ways to Die' (demo)
- Have a Crappy Summer (2012) Crappy Records – 'I'm the Droid You're Looking For'
- Dog Songs (2017) – 'Gary and the Princess'
References[edit]
- ^ abcJenkins, Mark (Feb 21, 1997). 'Nerf Herder: Rounding Up Humor'. The Washington Post.
- ^ abMiller, Michael (December 1, 2002). 'Nerf Herder rides pop culture wave'. The Buffalo News.
- ^http://podcast.mclars.com
- ^ abElfman, Doug (February 23, 2001). 'Nerf Herder better at making enemies than money'. Las Vegas Review-Journal.
- ^Verna, Paul (December 7, 1996). 'Nerf Herder Flies from My To Arista: Van Halen Lament Attracts Major-Label Attention'. Billboard: 8.
- ^ abcdIwasaki, Scott (May 12, 2000). 'Nerf Herder is coming to Fairpark'. The Deseret News.
- ^'Nerf Herder: Information from'. Answers.com. Retrieved 2012-04-09.
- ^'Parry Gripp of Nerf Herder: The Nerd World Interview'. Time.com. 3 July 2008. Retrieved 2013-03-14.
- ^'For Those About to Shop, We Salute You - Parry Gripp - Songs, Reviews, Credits - AllMusic'. allmusic.com. Retrieved 2017-11-03.
- ^'Nerf Herder: The New Album on PledgeMusic'. Pledgemusic.com. Retrieved 2015-05-05.
- ^Quote from The Empire Strikes Back.
- ^'Nerf Herder Discography at Discogs: Singles-EPs - Releases'.
- ^'Nerf Herder Biography - ARTISTdirect Music'.
- ^'Nerf Herder, Chumbawumba Release Love Songs - MTV'.
- ^'Led Zeppelin Rules - Nerf Herder : Songs, Reviews, Credits : AllMusic'.
- ^'Nerf Herder - Chart history : Billboard'.
External links[edit]
Retrieved from 'https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Nerf_Herder&oldid=898072489'
Price refinements - Carousel
Showing slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES} - Price refinements
Nerf Herder - IV - CD - New
Brand New
From United Kingdom
Buy It Now
NERF HERDER - Nerf Herder - USA 10trk CD
New (Other)
From United Kingdom
or Best Offer
Nerf Herder by Nerf Herder (CD, Dec-1996, Arista)
Pre-Owned
From Canada
Buy It Now
Nerf Herder - My E.p. - CD - New
Brand New
From United Kingdom
Buy It Now
Nerf Herder - American Cheese - CD - New
Brand New
From United Kingdom
Buy It Now
Nerf Herder – How To Meet Girls CD – Like New
New (Other)
From Australia
Was: Previous Price$10.37
+$6.91 shipping
20% off
Nerf Herder - My E.P. (2001) - A Fine CD
New (Other)
From United Kingdom
or Best Offer
Customs services and international tracking providedNerf Herder : How To Meet Girls CD (2000)
Pre-Owned
From United States
Buy It Now
Nerf Herder - My E.P - (PROMO) - (With Info Sheet) - Near Mint!! - NEW CASE!!!
New (Other)
From Australia
Buy It Now
Nerf Herder - My E.P. - CD (My Records 8058-2 U.S.A.)
New (Other)
From Australia
Buy It Now
Nerf Herder by Nerf Herder CD! BRAND NEW! STILL SEALED!
Brand New
Top Rated Plus
Buy It Now
From United StatesCustoms services and international tracking providedNerf Herder : American Cheese CD (2002)
Pre-Owned
From United States
Buy It Now
Only 1 left!
Nerf Herder : My E.P. CD
Pre-Owned
From United States
Buy It Now
Pre-Owned
Time left16h 21m left
0 bids
From CanadaNew/factory sealed Nerf Herder Self-titled CD Free ship!
Brand New
From United States
or Best Offer
American Cheese by Nerf Herder (CD, Aug-2002, Honest Don's) BRAND NEW SEALED
Brand New
From United States
Buy It Now
BUFFY The Vampire Slayer The Album CD Sountrack - Nerf Herder Garbage Hepburn ++
Pre-Owned
From Australia
Buy It Now
Mulletcore (CD, 1998) Compilation Jimmy Eat World Nerf Herder RX Bandits Rare
New (Other)
From United States
or Best Offer
RARE PROMO Sugarcult CD Start Static rock punk ATARIS Nerf Herder Bad Astronaut
Pre-Owned
From United States
Buy It Now
BUFFY the VAMPIRE SLAYER soundtrack CD garbage ALISON KRAUSS sundays nerf herder
Pre-Owned
From United States
Buy It Now
How to Meet Girls by Nerf Herder (CD, Mar-2000, Honest Don's)
Pre-Owned
From United States
Buy It Now
RARE PROMO CD w/ MISFITS Brandi Shearer THE COUP Nerf Herder REMY ZERO The Egg
Brand New
From United States
or Best Offer
Nerf Herder han solo star wars space Decal Phone laptop Car Window art 20395
Brand New
From United States
Buy It Now
Customs services and international tracking providedRARE PROMO Fat Wreck Chords floyd CD samplr NERF HERDER Dance Hall Crashers punk
Pre-Owned
From United States
Buy It Now
Scruffy Looking Nerf Herder Mens T Shirt - Sci-Fi Movie Gift for Him Dad
Brand New
From United Kingdom
Buy It Now
More colorsSolo Nerf Herder Quote Hoodie
Brand New
From United States
Buy It Now
Customs services and international tracking providedMore colorsScruffy Nerf Herder Looking Star Wars Han Solo Chewbacca T Shirt S-5XL Men
New (Other)
From United States
Buy It Now
NERF HERDER 4 INCH Round Sticker Promo Rare 90s Van Halen Star Wars Punk
From United States
or Best Offer
Customs services and international tracking providedSolo Nerf Herder Quote Drawstring Backpack
New (Other)
From United States
Buy It Now
Customs services and international tracking providedMore colorsScruffy Looking Nerf Herder Mens Hoodie - Sci-Fi Movie Gift for Him Dad
Brand New
From United Kingdom
Buy It Now
More colorsSolo Nerf Herder Quote Sweatshirt
New (Other)
From United States
Buy It Now
Customs services and international tracking providedMore colorsScruffy Looking Nerf Herder - Bottle Opener
Brand New
From United States
Buy It Now
NERF HERDER Button Pins Pinback Vintage Rare Promo 5x 1 inch Pop-Punk
From United States
or Best Offer
Customs services and international tracking providedSolo Nerf Herder Quote Women's T-Shirt
New (Other)
From United States
Buy It Now
Customs services and international tracking providedMore colorsSolo Nerf Herder Quote Men's Jersey Tank
New (Other)
From United States
Buy It Now
Customs services and international tracking providedMore colorsSolo Nerf Herder Quote Women's Racerback Tank
New (Other)
From United States
Buy It Now
Customs services and international tracking providedMore colorsStar Wars Nerf Herder Han Solo Mens Tee
Brand New
From United States
Buy It Now
Customs services and international tracking provided