Maty’s Corner #32 Keepin’ The Ape Drape Alive: The Vandals

Fish Tank #32 Keepin’ The Ape Drape Alive: The Vandals Starting 1980 outta Huntington Beach, CA is The Vandals! One of the most recognizable bands in punk. They are survivors of the 1980’s hard core scene who managed to stay punk and not just give up, even after the exit of founding vocalist Stevo Jensen. Along with being a legendary band, they also appeared in the punk rock favorite cult film suburbia and were a staple at the legendary Cuckoo’s Nest during its existence. All while poking fun at everything including punk itself. 1982,84 and 89 mark the Vandals’ first … Continue reading Maty’s Corner #32 Keepin’ The Ape Drape Alive: The Vandals

Maty’s Corner #31 I Wanna Be Unusual, I Wanna Be Punk Rock: Guttermouth

Maty’s Corner #31 I Wanna Be Unusual, I Wanna Be Punk Rock: Guttermouth Starting in 1988 from Huntington Beach, CA is a band with no middle ground on fan base, Guttermouth. One of the more influential skate punk bands, their lyrics definitely tapped into the attitude and these guys were exactly that. Led by the extremely sensitive Mark Adkins this band knows how to make ya feel special and loved. Actually, they don’t give a crap. Whether you think they’re awesome or they fucking piss you off, if you’ve heard them, you’ve strongly reacted. If you’re able to hang, enjoy … Continue reading Maty’s Corner #31 I Wanna Be Unusual, I Wanna Be Punk Rock: Guttermouth