Angus MacLise

Angus MacLise
Background information
Birth nameAngus William MacLise
Born(1938-03-14)March 14, 1938[1]
Bridgeport, Connecticut, U.S.
DiedJune 21, 1979(1979-06-21) (aged 41)
Kathmandu, Nepal
Genres
Occupation(s)Musician, poet
Instruments
Formerly ofThe Velvet Underground

Angus William MacLise (March 14, 1938 – June 21, 1979) was an American percussionist, composer, poet, occultist and calligrapher, known as the first drummer for the Velvet Underground who abruptly quit due to disagreements with the band playing their first paid show.

  1. ^ "Angus MacLise Biography by Richie Unterberger". AllMusic.