1970s– category –

【Formation & Members】 The Exploited, known in Japan as エクスプロイテッド, is a seminal punk band that emerged from the gritty streets of Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1979. Founded by the charismatic and often controversial frontman Wat...

【Formation & Members】 Ton Steine Scherben, often referred to simply as "Die Scherben," was a pioneering punk band that emerged from the politically charged atmosphere of West Berlin in 1970. The band was founded by Rio Reiser (real...

【Formation & Members】 Stiff Little Fingers, often abbreviated as SLF, formed in 1977 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The band's formation coincided with the tumultuous period of The Troubles, a conflict that deeply influenced their m...

【Formation & Members】 The Toy Dolls, known in Japan as ディー・トイ・ドールズ, are a quintessential English punk rock band that emerged in 1979. They were formed in Sunderland, England, by lead vocalist and guitarist Michael "Olga" Alg...

【Formation & Members】 Dead Kennedys, a band synonymous with the punk rock scene, was formed in June 1978 in San Francisco, California. The original lineup comprised Jello Biafra (Eric Boucher) on vocals, East Bay Ray (Raymond Pepperell...

【Formation & Members】 The Scandinavians (スカンドナヴィアンズ) emerged from the vibrant underground scene of Stockholm in the early 2000s, a city known for its rich tradition in punk and hardcore music. The band was formed in 2002 ...

【Formation & Members】 Black Flag, a seminal name in the punk and hardcore scene, was formed in 1976 in Hermosa Beach, California. Founded by guitarist Greg Ginn, the band initially comprised of Ginn, Keith Morris on vocals, bassist Chu...

【Formation & Members】 Anarchy (アナーキー) emerged from the vibrant punk scene of Japan in the late 1970s, a period marked by cultural upheaval and a growing appetite for rebellious music. The band was formed in 1978 in Kyoto, a ci...

【Formation & Members】 The Damned, often hailed as one of the pioneering forces of the punk rock movement, were formed in London, England, in 1976. The original lineup consisted of Dave Vanian (vocals), Captain Sensible (bass), Bria...

【Formation & Members】 Radio Birdman, one of the most influential bands in the punk and hardcore scenes, was formed in 1974 in Sydney, Australia, by Deniz Tek and Rob Younger. The band's name, inspired by a misheard lyric from The S...