Down by Law

Down by Law is an American punk rock band formed in 1989 by vocalist Dave Smalley.

Founder Dave Smalley was previously a member of Dag Nasty. The DeBaser review documents a three-track single, Yellow Rat Bastard, bought in May 1993 and distributed by the Roman label Helter Skelter Records.

The available DeBaser review praises the three-track single Yellow Rat Bastard, highlights Dave Smalley's central role in American melodic hardcore, and recalls buying the single at a 1993 concert. The title track is singled out for energy and a Helmet-like noise passage; the single also includes a Mission Of Burma cover.

For:Fans of classic American punk and melodic hardcore, and readers interested in 80s–90s punk scenes.