Jim MacPherson

The Breeders\' history began when Kim Deal, not fulfilled in her subordinate role as bassist of Pixies, began writing new material while Pixies were touring Surfer Rosa in Europe with Throwing Muses. As neither band had plans in the immediate future, Deal discussed possible side projects with Throwing Muses guitarist Tanya Donelly. They recruited Carrie Bradley, violinist and vocalist in Boston band Ed\'s Redeeming Qualities, and recorded a short demo tape. Tracks on the demo tape included early versions of "Lime House", "Doe", and "Only in 3\'s".\n', '

With the help of three different drummers – David Narcizo, Mickey Bones, and Carl Haarer – and bassist Ray Halliday, Deal and Donelly completed their demo tape and subsequently played one show at The Rathskeller in Boston. They were not called The Breeders at this point, but were billed as "Boston Girl Super-Group". The band sent the tap…