Audio Bio

The Band

Feeder were originally a three piece band formed in 1992 by Welsh frontman Grant Nicholas and his long-time friend and drummer Jon Lee.

In search of rock and roll fame, the two moved to London where they recruited Japanese born bassist Taka Hirose. The three formed a

This rare audio biography was taken from the 1997 'Cement' Promo

Grant Nicholas

Lead guitar, vocals, songwriter (1992 - Present)

Born 12th November 1967, Newport, Wales.

Grant is a singer-songwriter who formed Feeder, alongside his lifelong friend, Jon Lee in 1992. He is the band’s frontman; providing lead guitar and vocals. Grant has also played for ‘Rain Dancer’ and ‘Temper Temper’, and was lead singer for a band called Multi-Storey back in the late 80’s.

band called Feeder, a Brit rock/pop band - with aspirations of world domination and 'partying down'.

The band were quickly snapped up by the Echo Record Label and spent the coming years touring, recording, drinking, gigging and generally working hard to make a name for themselves, releasing three full-length albums; Polythene, Yesterday Went Too Soon and Echo Park.

In 2002 the band were joined by former Skunk Anansie drummer Mark Richardson, who took over from Jon Lee after his tragic death, and the band released their fourth album Comfort In Sound.

Feeder went on to release two more records; Pushing The Senses and Silent Cry before ultimately parting company with both Mark Richardson and the Echo Record Label in 2009.

Ben’s Brother drummer Karl Brazil took up the mantle in late 2009 and the band decided to go it on their own label ‘Big Teeth Music’. After a brief stint performing as the ‘Renegades’ in early 2010, Feeder are now back with the album of the same name.

Feeder are also accompanied on tour by left handed guitarist Dean Tidey (1998 – present) and Dean Deavall (keyboards, backing vocals, 2008 – present). Feeder are also joined by long term collaborator Matt Sime.

They are managed by Matthew Page.

Drummer (1992 - 2002)

Born 28th March 1968, Newport, Wales. Died on 7th January 2002.

Jon Lee was the original drummer for Feeder. He played a vital role in the band's success and is one of the most respected British drummers in history. Jon played as a drummer for bands Temper Temper and Raindancer before following Grant to London, where they formed Feeder.

[ Jon Lee Tribute Website ]

Jon Lee

Bassist and (very occasionally) backing vocals (1995 - Present)

Born 28th July 1967, Nagoya, Japan

After moving to London from Tokyo, Taka answered an advert in the local Loot magazine for a bassist in a new band, which would later become Feeder. A few days later, after meeting up with Grant and Jon, Feeder were officially formed and the rest is history. Taka is known for his energy on stage and often eccentric hair-styles; a Feeder legend in his own right.

Taka Hirose

Official Website

Mark Richardson

Drummer (2002 - June 2009)

Born 28th May 1970, Leeds, England

Mark took over as Feeder’s drummer in 2002, after a long-term friendship with Grant, Taka and Jon. Prior to joining Feeder, Mark was drummer for Skunk Anansie, before they split up in 2001. Mark’s enormous character made him a huge hit with the fans, who were left disappointed when Feeder eventually parted company with him in June 2009. Mark now drums for Skunk Anansie, who were reunited a few months later.

You can visit the band's official website, FeederWeb, by clicking here

Awards & Accolades

Awards

2001 Best British Live Act (Kerrang! Awards)
2002 Best Performance (Pop Factory Awards)
2003 Best British Band (Kerrang! Awards)
2003 Best Music Video (IMA for ‘Just The Way I’m Feeling’)
2005 Best Album (Pop Factory Awards for ‘Pushing The Senses’)

Silver records:
Polythene (1997)
Gold records:
Yesterday Went Too Soon (1999)
Pushing The Senses (2005)
Platinum records:
Echo Park (2001)
Comfort In Sound (2002)
The Singles (2006)

Highest UK Album Chart Position
Pushing The Senses (2005, #2)
The Singles (2006, #2)

Highest UK Single Chart Position
Buck Rogers (2001, #5)
Tumble and Fall (2005, #5)

Dean Tidey

Live guitarist (1999 - Present)

Born 28th November 1970, Newcastle, England

Dean has been touring with Feeder as the band’s third guitarist since the Yesterday Went Too Soon album tour back in 1999 and is the adopted ‘fourth member’ of the band. Dean is a left-handed guitarist and also a prolific songwriter in his own right. He also plays for Sandstone Veterans and Velvet Jones.

Karl Brazil

Drummer (June 2009 - Present)

Karl joined Feeder, initially, on a temporary basis in June 2009 following the departure of Mark Richardson. Also a drummer for British band ‘Ben’s Brother’, Karl has worked with amongst other names, James Blunt and Natalie Imbruglia.