Don Swickerath is an original member of the Iguanas, one of Michigan’s pioneer rock and roll groups of the 60s. Noted members of the Iguanas included drummer Jim Osterberg, better known as Iggy Pop, and Broadway actor and recording artist Robin McNamara.
Don is continuing his musical career as a composer, working with old band mate Robin McNamara and Grammy Award Winner Ivan Kral.
“…asked Iggy Pop if he retains (keeps, remembers) some childhood friends. He answered only one. Don Swickerath, bassist for the iguanas from 1960…”
IGGY POP – composer, recording artist and entertainer
Translation from the Redro Torrijo Interview
“Great song, great changes. Man you write great stuff”
IVAN KRAL – Grammy award winner, composer, recording artist and entertainer
“Don Swickerath, one time bassist of The Iguanas is a delightful gentleman…I will be forever in his debt.”
PAUL TRYNKA – Author and past editor of Mojo Magazine