Phantom Planet is a frequently evolving 4-piece band based out of Southern California and has recently achieved fame for its song "California", which went on to become the theme song for the popular TV show, The O.C.. Their first record is a surf-rock collection of tunes reminiscent of The Beach Boys. Their second is classic rock harkening to U2 and Blur. Their third and most recent album is an amalgam of sounds, described by the boys as "a fight between" bands such as Fugazi, The Who, The Cure, The Flaming Lips, and The Clash.
The band is named after the theme song of a 1961 b-movie called The Phantom Planet.
Alex Greenwald, Lead Vocals.
Sam Farrar, Bass Guitar
Darren Robinson, Guitar
Jeff Conrad, Drums
Former band members:
Jacques Brautbar, Guitar. Left group in May 2004 to pursue photography. Was not replaced.
Jason Schwartzman, Drums. Left group to pursue acting career. Starred in Rushmore opposite Bill Murray. Was replaced by Jeff Conrad.
Phantom Planet is Missing – 1998, Geffen Records
Polaroid – 1999, Phantom Planet Family
The Guest – 2002, Epic Records
Phantom Planet – 2003, Epic Records
Official band site
Phantom Planet Lyrics
Phantom Planet Blog
Official fan club
Unofficial Fan site
The band is named after the theme song of a 1961 b-movie called The Phantom Planet.
Band members
Former band members: