Darby Crash

Jan Paul Beahm (better known by his stage name Darby Crash, formerly Bobby Pyn; September 26, 1958 – December 7, 1980) was an American singer who, along with longtime friend Pat Smear (born Georg Ruthenberg), co-founded the punk rock band the Germs and was best known as their lead vocalist. In 1980, he committed suicide by overdosing on heroin.

Darby Crash
Darby Crash in April 1980
Background information
Birth nameJan Paul Beahm
Also known asBobby Pyn
Born(1958-09-26)September 26, 1958
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
DiedDecember 7, 1980(1980-12-07) (aged 22)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Years active1975–1980
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