Dicks - Hate The PoliceThis summer marks 40 years since the release of what we feel is onethe most important singles in American punk history. Fronted by an aggressive, openly gay, unrepentant communist, THE DICKS were an elemental force in the early 80s Texas punk scene. Their influence on countless musicians, artists and activists world wide four decades later can be felt today. Sadly, instead of being an interesting artifact from a troubled time long since past, "Hate

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The Verlaines

coils of scritching guitars break apart and reform

the marine lay- er suddenly vanished

‘flying cymbals’

a track with a gaseous

The lyrics are droll

It’s an uncommon word

Rooted in his recognition of the limitless potential to be found in electronic music production

Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad

The album features some of their most exploratory material

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