Biography
1080
Members: Nigel Toxic, Lynn Morresey, Lynn Morrissey, Renee Leishman, Craig Hanscombe, Goon (11)
A punk band from New Plymouth, New Zealand.In 1995 the 1st incarnation of 1080 began in New Plymouth. Bringing together Punk with pop sensibilities. After recording a demo late that year both guitarists left with bassist Biggy (R.I.P) leaving to do vocals for Inebriation.
The remaining members Emily and Craig H soon recruited ex Nefarious bassist Nigel Toxic and guitarist Lyn M. They released their 1st EP 'Thrills, Chills and Chemical Spills' before disbanding in ’97.
Undeterred drummer Craig produced a new and improved line up (pictured) of Dan Gretch, Nigel Toxic, and Renee (ex-Demon Dolls) Leishman. This line-up put out 2 CD’s: 1999’s 'Chopper Chic' which features songs by all 3 lineups and 'Hard Candy' in 2000, both on Toxic's Demon Nation Music.
Line-Up
Craig Hanscombe - Drums
Nigel Toxic - Bass
Daniel Gretch - Guitar
Renee 'Ragdoll' Leishman - Vocals