Rob Graves (Rob Ritter)

Rob Graves (Rob Ritter)
Born 1955
Died June 28, 1990(1990-06-28) (aged 34–35)
Genres Punk rock, post-punk, cowpunk, horror punk, deathrock, gothic rock
Instruments Bass, guitar
Associated acts The Exterminators, Bags, The Gun Club, 45 Grave

Rob Graves, also known as Rob Ritter,[1] was an American guitarist and bassist, born in 1955 in Detroit, Michigan, USA. Graves was known for his work in the 1970s and 1980s punk scene in L.A., performing with Bags, The Gun Club and 45 Grave. Prior to relocating to LA in February 1978, Graves had played in Phoenix punk band the Exterminators.[2][3]

Graves died in 1990 from a heroin overdose.[4] Graves' death had a profound impact on the punk rock community, prompting Courtney Love to dedicate Hole's "Pretty on the Inside" to him.[5] A 1990 memorial concert was held for Graves at the Roxy in West Hollywood, featuring all three of the bands he had performed in.[6]

References

  1. ↑ "Rob Graves Discography".
  2. ↑ http://www.punkglobe.com/bolles.html
  3. ↑ https://punkmusiccatalogue.wordpress.com/exterminators/
  4. ↑ Rock Obituaries - Knocking On Heaven's Door.
  5. ↑ Courtney Love: The Real Story.
  6. ↑ "Concert Flyer: In Memory of Rob 'Graves' Ritter".


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