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Hometown: Los Angeles, CA (USA)

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Los Angeles, California's Fear formed in 1977 and is still active today. The band, of which frontman Lee Ving has been the only constant, helped shape the sound and style of American hardcore punk. A favourite of the late comedian and actor John Belushi, the band gained national prominence after an infamous 1981 performance on Saturday Night Live.

Fear have released a number of albums including 1982's The Record, `85's More Beer, `95's Have Another Beer With FEAR and 2000's American Beer . The band also appeared on the famous punk documentary The Decline of Western Civilization .

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The Record (1982)

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Fear Before the March of Flames

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April 01, 2013

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October 02, 2012

'We Got Power!' detailed
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September 28, 2012

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September 28, 2012

Fear detail re-recorded 'The Record'
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September 19, 2012

Dave Grohl posts clip of his documentary
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July 23, 2012

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July 20, 2012

Noted punk filmmaker Alex Cox talks about piracy, studio system
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February 27, 2012

Disconnect Disconnect Records to release 'Removals'
UK-based Disconnect Disconnect Records will be releasing a compilation on January 31st titled Removals. The album features all unreleased music, including brand new tracks, demo versions, alternate versions, and covers by 21 bands from around the…
January 16, 2012