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Minutemen

One of the most influential punk bands, an eclectic trio that ranged from jazz and funk to beat poetry and classic rock, with a wry sense of humor.
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Album Highlights

  • What Makes a Man Start Fires?
    Minutemen
    What Makes a Man Start …
  • Post-Mersh, Vol. 1
    Minutemen
    Post-Mersh, Vol. 1
  • Ballot Result
    Minutemen
    Ballot Result
  • 3-Way Tie (For Last)
    Minutemen
    3-Way Tie (For Last)
  • Double Nickels on the Dime
    Minutemen
    Double Nickels on the D …
  • The Punch Line
    Minutemen
    The Punch Line
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Minutemen

Minutemen - Artist Details

Active

1980s

Formed

1980 in San Pedro, CA

Disbanded

1985

Genre

Pop/Rock

Styles

Alternative Pop/Rock Alternative/Indie Rock American Underground College Rock Hardcore Punk Post-Punk Punk/New Wave

Group Members

D. Boon George Hurley Mike Watt Frank Tonche
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