Nightstick is an American sludge metal band from Weymouth, Massachusetts. It was formed by Siege drummer Rob Williams.
Nightstick is well known for their unique stage shows which feature a dancing clown called Padoinka. Padoinka the clown is widely considered to be the fourth member of the band and has featured heavily on the art work of all three full-length albums. Nightstick was given the key to the city of Weymouth by the mayor Sue Kay.
Members Alex Smith – vocals, bass Cotie Cowgill – guitars Rob Williams – drums
Former members Bobby Clark – guitar Chris Joyce – Padoinka The Clown
Discography In Dahmer's Room (1994, Devour Records) Blotter (1996, Relapse Records) Ultimatum (1998, Relapse Records) Death to Music (1999, Relapse Records) Rock + Roll Weymouth (2012, At War with False Noise)
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