The Queers [USA] / Sidekick [USA]

The Queers are an American punk rock band, formed in 1981 by Portsmouth, New Hampshire native Joseph “Joe” P. King (a.k.a. Joe Queer) along with Scott Gildersleeve (a.k.a. Tulu), and John “Jack” Hayes (a.k.a. Wimpy Rutherford). With the addition of Keith Hages (ex-guitarist of Berlin Brats) joining on bass in 1983 the band started playing their first public performances. This original lineup played a total of five or six live shows. The original lineup of The Queers initially broke up in late 1984, but reformed with Joe Queer and a new line-up in 1986. In 1990, the band signed with Shakin' Street Records and released their first album Grow Up. The album earned the band notability within New England, but with the release of their next album on Lookout! Records, their following grew larger.

SideKicK is a powerhouse in the punk scene with a high-energy blend of melodic pop-punk style music. Formed in Hollywood, California in 2000, a few of their influences include Screeching Weasel, The Offspring, Ramones, and Bouncing Souls. Their debut full-length album, released on Cargo Records, garnered critical acclaim, earning an A+ review from the influential punk zine Maximum Rocknroll.

Beyond their work in the studio, SideKicK has thrived as a live band. Their touring résumé reads like a punk rock road map, spanning continents and festivals. From Punk Rock Bowling & Music Festival in Las Vegas to Rebellion Festival in the U.K., they’ve toured throughout the USA and Hawaii, and globally into England and Europe. SideKicK has tattooed their place into punk rock history, having shared stages with a long list of legendary bands including Dead Kennedys. The Vandals , The Adicts, T.S.O.L., The Dwarves, Guttermouth, Scream, Sloppy Seconds, The Queers and many, many others.
SideKicK's influence extends beyond the stage. Their tracks have been featured on nationally distributed punk compilations, including the ubiquitous "Punk 101," available in every Hot Topic store, showcasing their widespread recognition and appeal. Their versatility shines through in tribute contributions to bands like Weezer and NOFX, cementing their status as true family in the punk community.

Through the years, SideKicK has remained true to their roots, blending the spirit of punk's past with a relentless drive for the future. With each chord and every stage they grace, SideKicK continues to prove why they're not just a band, but an essential part of punk rock's evolution.

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