Born on October 11, 1962, Antti Hulkko (aka. Andy McCoy), is a Finnish musician best known for being the lead guitarist and songwriter for the glam rock band, Hanoi Rocks as well as playing with music legends like Iggy Pop.
McCoy grew up in Stockholm, Sweden. In around 1977, he joined the punk rock band Pelle Miljoona Oy. Then a couple of years later joined Hanoi Rocks.
In 1981, Hanoi Rocks released their first album titled Bangkok Shocks, Saigon Shakes, Hanoi Rocks. The album continues to have a following, especially appearing in HBO Max original series Peacemaker. After recording five albums and changing band members, the group disbanded in 1985.
Andy McCoy would then join other bands like The Cherry Bombz, The Suicide Twins, Shooting Gallery, and Grease Helmet. Between bands he released several solo albums.
Besides music, McCoy is a painter, jewelry and accessories designer. He held his first art exhibit titled McCoy Hits Canvas at The Cable Factory in Helsinki in 2010.
Stung Out (1995) via CoolCityCactus
The Glimmer Twins
Angels in Bliss
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https://artivosi.com/andy-mccoy/
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