Heatmiser

Heatmiser was an alternative rock band from Portland, Oregon consisting of Elliott Smith (vocals), Neil Gust (guitar and vocals), Brandt Peterson (bass) (later to be replaced by

Heatmiser was an alternative rock band from Portland, Oregon consisting of Elliott Smith (vocals), Neil Gust (guitar and vocals), Brandt Peterson (bass) (later to be replaced by Sam Coomes, frontman of Quasi) and Tony Lash (drums). They were known for their well-crafted lyrics and songs often featuring the juxtaposition of melancholic and cheery words and melodies.

The band broke up in the fall of 1996 as Smith's solo work began gaining popularity. Gust went on to play in the band No. 2. Tony Lash is currently a very busy producer.