10,000 Maniacs is an alternative rock band formed in Jamestown in 1981. It was originally formed by Natalie Merchant and guitarist John Lombardo. The group perform extensively and recorded independently. Several of their albums made it to the charts. In 1993, their best-known member, Natalie Merchant, decided to pursue a solo career. The remaining 10,000 Maniacs decided to continue performing and released several albums.
Band Members
- Jerry Augustyniak
- Dennis Drew
- Jeff Erickson
- Steve Gustafson
- Mary Ramsey
Albums
- 1982: Human Conflict Number Five
- 1992: Our Time in Eden
- 1993: MTV Unpluggeg
- 1997: Love Among the Ruins
- 2004: Campfire Songs

