Not an Advil moment. Sad news from the world of music - classic camp Cramps band leader, Lux Interior (Erick Lee Purkhiser), has passed away at the age of 62 from a heart condition. Lux started the Cramps in 1976 with his wife, Poison Ivy (Kristina Marlana Wallace). Their love B-horror movies, goth and surf-rockabilly have inspired numerous fans and bands for generations. They were a huge part of the CBGB NYC scene and have been credited as one of the first bands to meld punk rock and theater. I was lucky enough to see The Cramps in the late 90's at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland, Oregon - it was a fantastic show and I'm grateful I had the opportunity. Thoughts go out to his beloved wife. 
Not an Advil moment. Sad news from the world of music - classic camp Cramps band leader, Lux Interior (Erick Lee Purkhiser), has passed away at the age of 62 from a heart condition. Lux started the Cramps in 1976 with his wife, Poison Ivy (Kristina Marlana Wallace). Their love B-horror movies, goth and surf-rockabilly have inspired numerous fans and bands for generations. They were a huge part of the CBGB NYC scene and have been credited as one of the first bands to meld punk rock and theater. I was lucky enough to see The Cramps in the late 90's at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland, Oregon - it was a fantastic show and I'm grateful I had the opportunity. Thoughts go out to his beloved wife.
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