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Dead Kennedys
Members:
| Jello Biafra | Vocals |
| East Bay Ray | Guitar |
| Klaus Flouride | Bass |
| D.H. Peligro | Drums |
| Bruce Slesinger | Drums |
Origin:
1978 - San Francisco, California (U.S.A.)
Music Style:
Political, punk rock and roll
Labels:
Cherry Red, Alternative Tentacles
Notable Releases:
Plastic Surgery Disasters - 1982 (Alternative
Tentacles)
Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death -
1986 (Alternative Tentacles)
Other Info:
- Dead Kennedy's were heavily characterized by their meaningfuls lyrics (written by Jello)
- Jello Biafra started Alternative Tentacles records in 1979 because major record companies would not sign the band. Other bands on this label include D.O.A., NoMeansNo, and Lard
- Members of Dead Kennedy's decided to disband in 1986, just before releasing Bedtime for Democracy.
- Klaus Flouride, East Bay Ray, and Jello Biafra continue to work on side projects with Jello being the most active in his spoken word events.
Related Bands:
- Jello Biafra
- NoMeansNo
- D.O.A.
- Lard
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