David J.

David J. Haskins, also known as David J, is a British musician, producer, and writer, best known as the bassist and founding member of the influential post-punk band Bauhaus. He was born on April 24, 1957, in Northampton, Northamptonshire, England. Early Career and Bauhaus David J. co-founded Bauhaus in 1978 with Peter Murphy, Daniel Ash, and Kevin Haskins. The band is often credited with creating the gothic rock genre and is known for their dark, atmospheric sound and introspective lyrics. Bauhaus released three studio albums, including “In the Flat Field” (1980), “Mask” (1981), and “The Sky’s Gone Out” (1982), before disbanding in 1983. Love and Rockets and Solo Career After Bauhaus disbanded, David J. went on to form the band Love and Rockets with Daniel Ash and Kevin Haskins. The band released several albums, including “Seventh Dream of Teenage Heaven” (1985) and “Express” (1986). David J. has also released several solo albums, including “Kuroneko” (1988) and “Urban Urbane” (1992). Other Projects and Collaborations David J. has been involved in various other projects, including composing music for plays and films, and writing and directing his own plays. He has also released music with other artists, such as Jazz Butcher, Renata Youngblood, and Stellarum. Legacy and Influence David J.'s work with Bauhaus and Love and Rockets has had a significant influence on the development of gothic rock and post-punk music. He is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential musicians of the late 1970s and early 1980s.