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Negative Approach

8 concerts

Detroit's Negative Approach, pioneers of Midwestern hardcore in the early '80s, led by John Brannon. Known for the aggressive album "Tied Down" and influencing bands like Sonic Youth. Touch and Go released their seminal discography "Total Recall" in 1992.

Knoll

4 concerts

Knoll crafts subtractive, sculptural music blending raw, reclaimed sounds into haunting, timeless art. Known for intricate textures and a deep, immersive style.

Dwarves

8 concerts

The Dwarves, formed in Chicago, are known for their crude, high-speed punk rock led by Blag Dahlia and He Who Cannot Be Named. Notorious for wild antics, they gained fame with 1990’s "Blood Guts & Pussy." Their sound evolved in albums like "Sugarfix" and "The Dwarves Invented Rock & Roll." The band worked with artists like Dexter Holland and Nick Oliveri and released music on labels like Sub Pop and Epitaph. Their provocative style maintained a cult following despite controversies.