Notable Atlanta punk acts
October 5th, 2008 by Chad Radford in Music newsPart of our “Punk!” cover story, Chad Radford and Scott Henry whipped up a list of some of Atlanta’s notable punk acts. We’ve only listed a few of his top picks here, so be sure to visit our Punk! page for the full list.
Anti-Heroes
Forming in ‘84, the Anti-Heroes was Atlanta’s original Oi! band and may be the last of the punks still playing regularly.
www.myspace.com/theantiheroesoi
DDT
DDT ruled ATL from ‘81-’85. Their timeless classic, “Take The Last Train to Athens” rallied punks from around the perimeter to extend a middle finger toward the Southern Mecca of alternative rock.
www.myspace.com/ddtatlanta
Dead Elvis
Raunchy hardcore band resembling a more redneck version of the Misfits.
www.myspace.com/23772403
Heathen Girls
Fronted by singer Rose Whipper, the Heathen Girls played an early blend of glam and punk.
www.myspace.com/rosewhipperrandheathengirls
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