Circle Jerks with Gorilla Biscuits and Murphy's Law

Apr 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM · Paradise Rock Club presented by Citizens, Boston, MA Paradise Rock Club presented by Citizens, Boston, MA

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Circle Jerks

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Circle Jerks formed in LA’s South Bay in 1979, led by ex-Black Flag vocalist Keith Morris with guitarist Greg Hetson. Known for relentless, ferocious punk, they released six studio albums, including landmark debut Group Sex, and appeared in Decline of Western Civilization and Repo Man.

Murphy's Law

3 concerts

Murphy's Law formed in Astoria, Queens, from New York City's mid-'80s hardcore scene, led by vocalist Jimmy Gestapo. Known for a mix of skatepunk and metal, they released the 1986 self-titled debut and albums like Back with a Bong! and The Best of Times.

Gorilla Biscuits

Hardcore icons Gorilla Biscuits, from NYC, shaped the late '80s straight-edge scene with an inclusive approach. Known for "Start Today," they featured Anthony Civarelli ("Civ"), Arthur Smilios, Luke Abbey, and Walter Schreifels. They disbanded in 1992, but their influence remains.