1956 – 1993

GG Allin

American punk rock musician (1956-1993)

rock musicianperformance artistguitaristlyricistsinger-songwriter
Born
1956-08-29, Lancaster
Died
1993-06-28
Birthplace state
New Hampshire

Biography

Kevin Michael "GG" Allin was an American punk rock musician who performed and recorded with many groups during his career. His live performances often featured transgressive acts, including self-mutilation, defecating on stage, and assaulting audience members, for which he was arrested and imprisoned on multiple occasions. AllMusic called him "the most spectacular degenerate in rock n' roll history", while G4TV's That's Tough placed him second on their list of "toughest rock stars in the world".

Occupation

GG Allin is recorded as a rock musician, a performance artist, a guitarist, a lyricist, a singer-songwriter, a singer and a composer, born in New Hampshire (1956–1993).

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GG Allin was born in Lancaster, New Hampshire in 1956. Explore other notable figures from New Hampshire, historic sites connected to this era, and the full colonial and statehood history of the state using the links below.

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Frequently asked about GG Allin

Who was GG Allin?
GG Allin was American punk rock musician (1956-1993), born in New Hampshire (1956 – 1993).
When and where was GG Allin born?
GG Allin was born on 1956-08-29 in Lancaster.
When did GG Allin die?
GG died on 1993-06-28.
What was GG Allin known for?
GG Allin is recorded as a rock musician, a performance artist, a guitarist, a lyricist, a singer-songwriter, a singer and a composer.
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