Cosmic Psychos

The Profile

Cosmic Psychos are an Australian punk rock band formed in 1982. Early line-up featured Ross Knight, Peter Jones, and Bill Walsh. Known for raw, heavy riffs and a no-frills attitude, they became a touchstone for the emerging grunge movement and remain active.

Their influence on the Seattle grunge scene is documented in the film Blokes You Can Trust. Early releases include the EP Down on the Farm (1985), the self‑titled album (1987), and Go the Hack (1989).

Pinhead’s review crowns the Melbourne trio as filthy, bulldozing heroes whose Go the Hack smashes like a Stooges-meets-Motörhead juggernaut. The piece traces their 1985 EP Down on the Farm, the self‑titled debut, and the 1989 breakout. It highlights their place in grunge’s story, echoed in the documentary Blokes You Can Trust. Overall verdict: ugly, dirty, and glorious.