5 Facts About Bobby Gillespie’s Role on Psychocandy

Bobby Gillespie played drums on The Jesus and Mary Chain’s 1985 album Psychocandy. He was the band’s drummer before leaving to front Primal Scream.

Gillespie did not play on every track. He drummed on most of the album but was not the sole drummer.

He joined The Jesus and Mary Chain in 1984. His drumming style was simple and direct, fitting the band’s noisy sound.

Gillespie left the band shortly after Psychocandy’s release. He wanted to focus on his own group, Primal Scream.

His drumming on Psychocandy is often overshadowed by the band’s feedback and vocals. But it provided a steady backbone for the album’s chaotic energy.