Seether is a well-known South African rock band, originally formed in Pretoria, Gauteng in 1999 under the name Saron Gas.
In 2002, the band decided to move to the United States and subsequently changed their name to Seether. The name change was to avoid confusion with the deadly chemical weapon sarin gas.
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- Full name: Seether
- Stage name: Seether
- Year of Birth: 1999
- Age: 24
- Birthplace: South Africa
- Nationality: South African
- Occupation: Singer-songwriter
- Members: Shaun Morgan, Dale Stewart, Corey Lowery and Johnny Richter
- Spouse: Unknown
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Unknown
- Net worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early life and education
South African alternative rock band Seether first burst onto the local music scene in the late 1990s, quickly developing a loyal following in their home country with their heavy, grunge-influenced sound.
Their music resonated with the audience who were looking for a unique style of music different from mainstream rock music at the time. The band consisted of four members, Shaun Morgan, Dale Stewart, Corey Lowery and Johnny Richter.
Profession
The famous South African rock band Seether began their musical journey under the name Saron Gas in 1999. The band was formed in Pretoria, Gauteng, and its members include lead singer and guitarist Shaun Morgan, bassist Dale Stewart and drummer John Humphrey.
Their early musical style was marked by raw, energetic music that resonated with local audiences. However, the band faced a major challenge when they discovered that “Saron Gas” was the name of a deadly chemical. To avoid confusion and potential controversy, they decided to rename themselves Seether in 2002, a name that better reflected the intensity and emotional depth of their music.
Seether moved to the United States in 2002 in order to expand their influence and break into the global music scene. This bold move became a turning point in their career. Their debut album Disclaimerreleased the same year, introduced them to a wider audience and showcased their signature fusion of alternative rock and heavy metal.
Although this album attracted people’s attention, the following album cause and effectreleased in 2005, truly catapulted Seether into international stardom. Tracks like “Remedy” and “Broken” became radio hits, solidifying their status as a force to be reckoned with in the rock world.
Awards and nominations
MTV Africa Music Awards
- Best Alternative Artist (2008) – Winner
- Group of the Year (2008) – Nominated
South African Music Awards
- Best Rock: English (2008) – Winner
Billboard charts
- #1 Active Rock Artist (2011) – Winner
- 2011 Traditional Rock Artist 1st Place – Winner
- Rock Song of the Year (2011) – Winner
- Canadian Rock Songs of the Year 2011 – Winner
- Mediabase Song of the Year (2011) – Winner
Revolver Golden God Awards
- Best Live Band (2012) – Nominated
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- Independent Band of the Year (2012) – Winner
Social Media
- Instagram account: @seether
- Facebook account: Seether
Personal life
Seether is an acclaimed rock band consisting of four talented musicians. Shaun Morgan plays lead vocals, rhythm guitar and piano, while Dale Stewart plays bass and backing vocals, as well as acoustic guitar.
Corey Lowery is the lead guitarist and Johnny Richter is the drummer. The members of Seether’s band prefer to keep their personal lives private and approach their music career professionally.
Discography
- Disclaimer (2002)
- Disclaimer 2 (2004)
- cause and effect (2005)
- Finding beauty in negative space (2007)
- Hold the strings tight and let it flow (2011)
- Isolation and medication (2014)
- Poisoning the Parish (2017)
- Peace is War (2020)
- Seems so far away (2024)
- A cold night (Live album, 2006)
- Heather: 2002-2013 (Compilation, 2013)
- Remix EP (2012)
- Original Soundtrack (2023)
- Treasures and Untouchables (2021)
- Twenty years of boiling (2021)
- Wasteland – Purgatory (EP, 2021)
- Seether Featured (Compilation, 2019)
net worth
The net worth of the famous South African rock band Seether is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million. This huge fortune is a testament to their successful music career over the years.
