Cockney Rejects and Angry Samoans

May 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM · House of Blues Restaurant & Bar, San Diego, CA House of Blues Restaurant & Bar, San Diego, CA

May 21

Past Concert

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Angry Samoans

2 concerts

Formed in 1978 in Van Nuys, CA, the Angry Samoans, founded by "Metal" Mike Saunders and Gregg Turner, are known for their satirical punk style. Their notable works include "Get Off the Air," while albums like "Back from Samoa" highlighted their thrashy sound. After lineup changes, they disbanded in 1988 but reformed in the '90s, remaining a punk influence with infrequent performances.

Cockney Rejects

2 concerts

Formed in late '70s East London, Cockney Rejects rose with a raw, working-class sound. Known for "I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles," they inspired bands like Rancid & returned in 2000, now led by Jeff Turner with Olga, JJ Kaos & Ray Dust as a punk supergroup.