The music world has lost another talent as Shifty Shellshock, lead singer of Crazy Town, passed away at 49. Seth Brooks Binzer, known by his stage name Shifty Shellshock, died at his Los Angeles home on Monday, June 24, as confirmed by a Los Angeles County medical examiner.
Authorities are investigating the cause of death for the “Butterfly” singer, with both the medical examiner and police involved. However, a report from The New York Post indicated that Binzer had struggled with drug addiction.
Reports highlight that Shifty Shellshock spent significant time in rehab throughout his life. In 2012, he was arrested for drug possession and later that year slipped into a coma, although he managed to recover. Additional reports claim that he faced arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol in both 2022 and 2023.
Shifty Shellshock co-founded the band Crazy Town in 1995 alongside rapper Bret “Epic” Mazur. Other original band members included Mark White, DJ Rick One, Adam Bravin, and Charles Lopez. The band’s debut album, “Butterfly,” released in 2000, was a massive hit and topped the charts, earning its place among the great albums of its time. Unfortunately, the group’s second album did not achieve the same success, leading to their eventual disbandment. Shifty Shellshock then embarked on a solo career, releasing his first solo album, “Happy Love Sick,” which saw moderate success in Europe.
Throughout his career, Shifty Shellshock was candid about his personal battles, frequently appearing on reality shows to discuss his struggles with addiction. He participated in two seasons of VH1’s “Celebrity Rehab” and its follow-up series, “Sober House.”
Shifty Shellshock’s journey was marked by both musical success and personal challenges, leaving a lasting impact on fans and the music industry alike.
