Born 12 Nov 1962 in Los Angeles. Wrote, played guitar and vocals with The Fall (Sep 1983 to Jul 1989, Aug 1994 to Oct 1996). She formed Adult Net as a side project and performed on tour with The Bangles. Married Mark E. Smith in July 1983, divorced early 1990s. Now uses the name Brix Smith-Start. Originally used the name Brixton as a tribute to The Clash ('Guns of Brixton') but later used the abbreviated form Brix.

Currently touring as Brix & The Extricated which features former members of The Fall.