Gorilla Biscuits and Shutdown

Sep 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM · Racket NYC, New York, NY Racket NYC, New York, NY

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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.

Shutdown

NY hardcore band Shutdown (NYC): Mark Scondotto & co. play positive, Gorilla Biscuits/Youth of Today-style. Victory: Against All Odds, Few and Far Between.