Kate Pierson Quotes


We do benefits for various groups. But the main reason to be B-52's is to have fun and party and go nuts.


Citations

Sexton, Mats. The B-52s Universe: The Essential Guide to the World's Greatest Party Band. Plan-B Books, 2002, p. 104.

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Kate Pierson
Kate Pierson
  • Born: April 27, 1948
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Musician

Catherine Elizabeth Pierson is an American singer, lyricist, and one of the singers and founding members of the B-52's. A multi-instrumentalist, she plays guitar, bass and various keyboard instruments. In the B-52s, she has performed alongside Cindy Wilson, Fred Schneider, Ricky Wilson, and Keith Strickland. In the early years, as well as being a vocalist, Pierson was the main keyboard player and was notable for performing on a keyboard bass during many live shows and on many of the band's recordings, taking on a role usually filled by a bass guitar player, which differentiated the band from their contemporaries. This, along with Pierson's distinctive wide-ranging singing voice, remains a trademark of the B-52's unique sound. Pierson has also collaborated with many other artists including The Ramones, Iggy Pop and R.E.M.