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Angry Samoans

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American punk band formed in Los Angeles in 1978, known for early hardcore releases Back From Samoa (1982) and the Inside My Brain EP (1980). Fronted by Mike Saunders.

Formed in California in 1978. Early output is short, aggressive hardcore punk with provocative lyrics and irreverent attitude. Key releases discussed in the reviews are the Inside My Brain EP and the Back From Samoa LP. Records have seen multiple reissues and attention from collectors.

Three DeBaser reviews praise Angry Samoans' early work, highlighting striking cover art, short aggressive songs and proto-hardcore riffs. Back From Samoa and the Inside My Brain EP are presented as essential listens. Reviewers note provocative lyrics and a strong California punk vibe.

For:Fans of early California hardcore punk and collectors of classic punk releases.

 this is the greatest cover of all time.

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 These four chords encompass one of the most irresistible riffs composed by a punk band.

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 Angry Samoans. 1982. Second album. Los Angeles. Hardcore punk. That's all that needed to be written for this record.

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