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The Exploited

4 concerts

Formed in 1978 in West Granton, Edinburgh, Scotland, the Exploited became key second-wave U.K. punk, known for raw anti-authoritarian anthems led by vocalist Wattie Buchan. Their 1981 LP Punks Not Dead hit No. 20 in the U.K. charts.

D.I.

1 concert

Orange County punk rock band D.I., formed in 1981 by singer/lyricist Casey Royer (ex-Social Distortion, Adolescents). Known for speedy, surf- and pop-tinged punk with dark humor. Key releases include Ancient Artifacts, Horse Bites Dog Cries, and State of Shock.

The Dickies

1 concert

The Dickies, formed in 1977 in L.A.'s San Fernando Valley, are a pioneering punk band known for their humorous style and lively performances. They achieved fame with hits like "Banana Splits" and "You Drive Me Ape (You Big Gorilla)." Their quirky covers and original tracks merged punk-pop and L.A. hardcore influences. Despite lineup shifts and hiatuses, founding members Leonard Graves Phillips and Stan Lee kept the band going. Influential in punk circles, they inspired bands like Green Day and The Offspring. Notable collaborations include a 2019 single with Monkey from The Adicts.

Total Chaos

Formed in Pomona Valley, California, Total Chaos is a punk rock band rooted in social and political activism, organizing peace punk picnics and protesting the Gulf War. They’ve stayed true to their original ideals and aim to unite punk scenes.