In a sad turn of events, Seth Binzer, better known as Shifty Shellshock, the frontman of the rap-rock band Crazy Town, has passed away at the age of 49. Binzer, famous for his band’s 2000 hit “Butterfly,” was found dead at his Los Angeles home on Monday. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed his death, attributing it to a combination of prescription and street-purchased drugs.
Seth Binzer had long struggled with addiction, a battle that was well-documented through his appearances on reality TV shows like “Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew.” Despite numerous attempts at recovery, his demons ultimately claimed his life. Binzer’s death marks a tragic chapter in the tumultuous history of Crazy Town, a band known for its highs of fame and lows of personal struggles.
His passing has left fans and the music community mourning the loss of a talent who brought a unique blend of rap and rock to the mainstream. Binzer’s legacy will be remembered through his music and the impact he had on the early 2000s music scene.