Shifty Shellshock of Crazy Town Passes Away at 49

Rapper and Singer-Songwriter Dies at Home

June 24, 2024

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has confirmed that Shifty Shellshock, the frontman of rap-rock band Crazy Town, has died at his home on June 24, 2024. The musician, born Seth Brooks Binzer on August 23, 1974, was 49 years old.

Shellshock was best known for his role as the lead singer of Crazy Town, the band responsible for the 2001 hit single "Butterfly." The song, which blended hip-hop and rock, became a global success and helped propel the band to fame.

In recent years, Shellshock had focused on his solo career while continuing to perform with Crazy Town. He had also been active on social media, sharing updates with his fans and promoting his upcoming projects.

Two months before his death, Shellshock shared a video on social media, urging his followers to "live every day like it's your last." This statement has taken on a new meaning in the wake of his untimely passing.

The cause of Shellshock's death is still unknown, and an investigation is ongoing. Fans and fellow musicians have been expressing their shock and grief over his loss, remembering him as a talented artist and a passionate performer.