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Jo Bench
Also known as Jo-Anne Bench
Career
Active 1986 – present
Biography
About Jo Bench
Jo Bench is a British musician, best known as the former bassist of Bolt Thrower. She joined the band in 1987, and with them, she released eight studio albums between 1988 and 2016, along with several EPs, compilations, and a live album. The band officially disbanded in 2016, on the one-year anniversary of drummer Martin Kearns's death.
Born in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, England, in 1969, Bench has been active in music since 1986, starting around age 18. Her career spans over 40 years. She has brown hair and an average build, and she has several tattoos. Bench's contribution to death metal is significant, as she was one of the few prominent female bassists in the genre during her active years.
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Frequently asked
How long was Jo Bench active in music?
Jo Bench has been active since 1986, a career spanning over 40 years.
What was Jo Bench's role in Bolt Thrower?
Jo Bench was the bassist for Bolt Thrower, joining in 1987 and staying with the band until their breakup in 2016.
How many studio albums did Bolt Thrower release while Jo Bench was in the band?
Bolt Thrower released eight studio albums between 1988 and 2016, along with several EPs, compilations, and a live album.
Why did Bolt Thrower break up?
Bolt Thrower officially broke up in 2016, on the one-year anniversary of the death of their drummer, Martin Kearns.
Did you know
- Jo Bench joined Bolt Thrower in 1987, just a year after starting her music career.
- Bolt Thrower's breakup in 2016 was timed to the one-year anniversary of drummer Martin Kearns's death.
- Jo Bench has several tattoos, which she has accumulated over her long career.
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