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Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables: The Early Years

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Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables were an American post-punk band formed in Los Angeles in 1980. The band was composed of Dez Cadena (guitar, vocals),Kira Roessler (bass),and D.H. Peligro (drums). Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables were one of the first hardcore punk bands to emerge from the Los Angeles scene, and their music was characterized by its fast tempos, aggressive lyrics, and political themes. The band released two albums, "Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables" (1980) and "Rotten To The Core" (1982),before disbanding in 1983.

The beginnings of Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables can be traced back to 1977, when Dez Cadena and Kira Roessler met at a Black Flag show in Los Angeles. The two quickly bonded over their shared love of punk rock, and they soon began playing music together. In 1980, they recruited D.H. Peligro to play drums, and Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables was born.

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The band's early sound was heavily influenced by Black Flag and other hardcore punk bands of the era. However, Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables also incorporated elements of funk and reggae into their music, which gave them a unique sound that set them apart from their peers. The band's lyrics were often political and confrontational, and they tackled issues such as war, poverty, and racism.

Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables quickly gained a following in the Los Angeles punk scene. The band played shows at legendary venues such as the Whisky A Go Go and the Roxy Theatre, and they shared the stage with some of the biggest names in punk rock, including Black Flag, the Germs, and X. In 1980, the band released their debut album, "Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables", on the SST Records label. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables as one of the leading hardcore punk bands in the United States.

In 1982, the band released their second album, "Rotten To The Core". The album was even more political than its predecessor, and it featured songs about nuclear war, police brutality, and the Reagan administration. "Rotten To The Core" was not as commercially successful as "Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables", but it was praised by critics for its originality and its unflinching look at the state of the world.

In 1983, Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables disbanded. Dez Cadena went on to form the band Black Flag, and Kira Roessler and D.H. Peligro formed the band Fear. Despite their short lifespan, Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables left a lasting legacy on the hardcore punk scene. Their music was innovative and influential, and their lyrics were thought-provoking and relevant. Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables were one of the most important hardcore punk bands of the early 1980s, and their music continues to inspire and influence bands today.

Discography

* Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables (1980) * Rotten To The Core (1982)

Band members

* Dez Cadena - guitar, vocals * Kira Roessler - bass * D.H. Peligro - drums

Former members

* Ron Reyes - vocals (1980)

Timeline

* 1977 - Dez Cadena and Kira Roessler meet at a Black Flag show in Los Angeles. * 1980 - Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables is formed. * 1980 - Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables releases their debut album, "Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables". * 1982 - Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables releases their second album, "Rotten To The Core". * 1983 - Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables disbands.

Legacy

Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables were one of the most important hardcore punk bands of the early 1980s. Their music was innovative and influential, and their lyrics were thought-provoking and relevant. Fresh Fruit For Rotting Vegetables left a lasting legacy on the hardcore punk scene, and their music continues to inspire and influence bands today.

Dead Kennedys: Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables, The Early Years

by Alex Ogg

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