About Nick Knox
Lived 1958 – 2018 (aged 60). Nick Knox was an American drummer.
Nick Knox (born Nicholas George Stephanoff; March 26, 1953 – June 14, 2018) was an American drummer for the psychobilly band The Cramps. He replaced Miriam Linna in 1977 and left in 1991. Knox was with The Cramps during the peak of their worldwide popularity when they toured Europe extensively in 1986 with the A Date with Elvis tour. He drafted in his cousin, Mike Metoff (aka Ike Knox, ex The Pagans) during the preceding European tour in 1984. Knox was recognised as the drummer who brought a tightness to the Cramps sound, and stayed longer than any other drummer in the band. Before joining the Cramps, he was a member of protopunk band The Electric Eels.
Later Knox was the "senior advisor" to the Cleveland-based punk band Archie and the Bunkers, and worked closely with the band on their 2017 single on Norton Records.
Knox died of cardiogenic shock on June 15, 2018.
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Who was Nick Knox?
American musician (1958-2018)
When was Nick Knox born?
Nick Knox was born on 26 March 1958.
When did Nick Knox die?
Nick Knox died on 15 June 2018.
What was Nick Knox's occupation?
Nick Knox was a drummer.
What nationality was Nick Knox?
Nick Knox was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nick Knox. https://biography.guide/nick-knox/
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