Basement of Frustration Flyers (2014-15)

Basement of Frustration was a short lived but hugely influential breeding ground for Chico punk between 2014 and 2015. There are many things I could say about that walk-in closet sized room and will at a later date. But for now, lets just let the flyers do the talking.

(*Acrylics cancelled*)

(Was moved from Monstros to the Basement. This was also my 28th birthday)

(^Last Show Ever^)

(Cancelled due to the property management threatening eviction if the shows didn't stop)

P.A.W.N.S. // POLITICAL SILENCE - Split (1997)

Genre: Anarcho Punk

Format: CD

Year: 1997

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P.A.W.N.S. - Sacrifice (1999)

(Disclaimer: the cover is originally in color. 

But this was the only version I could find that wasn't burry as hell)

Genre: Anarcho Punk

Format: CD

Year: 1999

"Sacrifice" is the second release by the P.A.W.N.S. At this point, I believe they were still a Santa Cruz band, but it's a damn fine EP that's crucial in their discography. Some of my top picks off of this release are "Poison Breed" and "Corporate Fascism."  

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P.A.W.N.S. - Rabble On The Move (2001)

Year: 2001

Genre: Anarcho Punk

Format: CD

On "Rabble On The Move" the PAWNS cover a large amount of musical ground. All the elements you'd expected from them but pushed further. Some jazz elements and odd time signatures layered with fast and straight head punk. Lyrically on point and witty as hell. 

"Tax the wealthy / Jail the lawyers / Rob the bankers / Jail the judges" 

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P.A.W.N.S. - ...And They Thought Anarchy Was Bad (2000)

The P.A.W.N.S. (power and wealth need slaves) were an incredible band that left a huge mark on the Chico punk scene that can still be seen today. They were originally from Santa Cruz but moved to Chico around 2000. Their sound was very melody driven in the style of UK greats like Chumbawamba and The Subhumans, but they also knew how to play fast in 80's USHC fashion. Their third release "...And They Thought Anarchy Was Bad" has always been my favorite in their discography. Not too long. Not too short. And each song features something a little different. Very beautifully put together. 

Genre: Anarcho Punk
Year: 2000
Format: CD

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CALLOUS NEGLECT

(Callous Neglect recording at Burnt Ramen for the Suburban American Tract Home Project)