Motograter Biography
The Texas experimental metal act Motograter is comprised of Ghost (vocals), Smur (drums/samples), Crispy (drums/vocals) and Nuke (guitar). The angst-ridden foursome take their name from a self-built springed/percussion instrument that's made of heavy cable, cranks, and gears. Their self-titled debut for Elektra appeared in May 2003. ~ MacKenzie Wilson, All Music Guide
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