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Formed: 1980 in Washington D.C.
Years Active: 80 's
Genre: Pop/Rock

Biography:
Minor Threat was the definitive Washington, D.C., hardcore punk band, setting the style for the straight-edge punk movement of the early '80s. Led by vocalist Ian MacKaye, the band was staunchly independent and fiercely sober. Through their songs, the group rejected drugs and alcohol, espoused anti-establishment politics, and led a call for self-aw... Continue Bio >>

Discography:
1984 Out of Step
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Group Members: Jeff Nelson Brian Baker Lyle Preslar Ian MacKaye Steve Hansgen More >> Similar Artists: Minutemen Gorilla Biscuits Dead Kennedys Bad Brains Hüsker Dü More >>

Influenced By: The Sex Pistols Wire The Stooges The Ramones Sham 69 More >> Followers: Youth of Today The Killing Flame Henry Rollins Descendents Carry On More >>

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