Kurt Preston Brecht (born August 24, 1961) is an American vocalist best known for his work as the singer of crossover thrash band D.R.I.

in 1982 when he was 21 years old, along with his brother Eric on drums, Spike Cassidy on guitars and Dennis Johnson on bass.

would go through many lineup changes, although Brecht has remained constant as the lead vocalist alongside guitarist Cassidy, who also has been a permanent member.

Other than working with D.R.I., Brecht did guest vocals on "Silent Spring" by Dave Grohl's side project dubbed Probot.

Brecht has published four books: Notes from the Nest, The 30-Day Diarrhea Diet Plan, See The Loud Feeling, and Whore Stories.