The Red Krayola (or Red Crayola) is an experimental rock band who formed in Houston, Harris County, Texas in late 1966 by sole constant and primary leader Mayo Thompson, novelist Rick Barthelme, brother of Donald Barthelme (drums) and 17-year old Steve Cunningham (bass). Their discography spans genres including psychedelic rock, avant-garde, post-punk, and experimental music, with over 19 studio albums released. In 1965, Thompson returned from a school trip to Europe, where he witnessed the burgeoning music scene and was inspired to start a rock band. Initially a garage cover ban… read more
The Red Krayola (or Red Crayola) is an experimental rock band who formed in Houston, Harris County, Texas in late 1966 by sole constant and primary leader Mayo Thompson, novelist Rick Barthelme, brother of Donald Barthelme (drums) and 17-year old Steve Cunningham (bass). Their discography sp… read more
The Red Krayola (or Red Crayola) is an experimental rock band who formed in Houston, Harris County, Texas in late 1966 by sole constant and primary leader Mayo Thompson, novelist Rick Barthelme, brother of Donald Barthelme (drums) and 17-year old Steve Cunningham (bass). Their discography spans genres including psychedelic rock, avant-garde, post-punk, and exper… read more
