History of Shifty Shellshock in Timeline

Seth Binzer, known as Shifty Shellshock, was an American musician famous as the co-founder and frontman of the rap rock band Crazy Town. Their most popular song, "Butterfly," reached significant heights. Besides his work with the band, Binzer pursued a solo music career. His life was marked by a long battle with drug addiction, leading to his appearances on reality TV shows such as Celebrity Rehab (seasons 1 and 2) and Sober House (seasons 1 and 2), documenting his journey through rehabilitation.

August 23, 1974: Seth Brooks Binzer is born

Seth Brooks Binzer, later known as Shifty Shellshock, was born on August 23, 1974.

1992: Binzer meets Mazur, forms The Brimstone Sluggers

In 1992, Shifty Shellshock met Bret Mazur, and they began making music as The Brimstone Sluggers.

1994: Binzer appears in Clifford

Shifty Shellshock had a minor role in the film Clifford in 1994.

1999: Crazy Town is formed

Shifty Shellshock and Bret Mazur formed the band Crazy Town in 1999.

2000: Crazy Town joins Ozzfest, Binzer arrested

Crazy Town joined the Ozzfest tour in 2000 but withdrew after Shifty Shellshock's arrest for drunken behavior.

2001: Binzer discusses struggles with addiction

In 2001, Shifty Shellshock openly discussed his past struggles with drug addiction and legal troubles in an interview with Rolling Stone.

2002: Crazy Town releases Darkhorse, disbands

Crazy Town released their second album, Darkhorse, in 2002, which was not as successful as their debut, leading to their disbandment shortly after.

2002: Binzer marries Melissa Clark

Shifty Shellshock married Melissa Clark in 2002.

2004: Binzer stars in Willowbee

Shifty Shellshock played the lead role in the short film Willowbee in 2004.

2004: Binzer releases debut solo album and singles

Shifty Shellshock released his debut solo album, Happy Love Sick, and the singles "Slide Along Side" and "Turning Me On" in 2004.

2005: Binzer participates in Shark Hunters TV series

Shifty Shellshock participated in the TV series Shark Hunters: Ultimate Tournament Series in 2005.

2007: Crazy Town reunites

Crazy Town announced their reunion in 2007.

2007: Binzer appears on Celebrity Rehab, relapses

Shifty Shellshock appeared on Celebrity Rehab in 2007, completing treatment but quickly relapsing, leading to a dramatic intervention and his eventual return to rehab.

July 25, 2008: Binzer relapses during Sober House filming

On July 25, 2008, Shifty Shellshock relapsed during the filming of Sober House, leaving the production and documenting his relapse online, eventually returning to the facility.

2008: Binzer has a son, Gage

Shifty Shellshock had a son named Gage with his girlfriend, Tracy, in 2008.

August 2009: Crazy Town performs live after hiatus

In August 2009, Crazy Town performed live for the first time in five years after their reunion.

August 30, 2009: Binzer's struggles continue after Sober House

On August 30, 2009, Dr. Drew revealed Shifty Shellshock's continued struggles with addiction after Sober House, leading to his participation in Sober House 2, hoping Adam Goldstein's death would inspire him.

July 2010: Shifty and the Big Shots release "Save Me"

Shifty Shellshock, fronting the group Shifty and the Big Shots, released their debut single, "Save Me," in July 2010.

2010: Binzer begins relationship with Jasmine Lennard

Shifty Shellshock began a relationship with Jasmine Lennard in 2010.

March 27, 2011: Binzer arrested after domestic disturbance

On March 27, 2011, Shifty Shellshock was arrested following a domestic disturbance report involving Jasmine Lennard.

2011: Binzer and Clark divorce

Shifty Shellshock and Melissa Clark divorced in 2011.

February 2012: Binzer arrested for battery and drug possession

Shifty Shellshock was arrested for battery and cocaine possession in February 2012 and received a three-year probation sentence, leading to his breakup with Jasmine Lennard.