Girls Against Boys

The Profile

Girls Against Boys are an American post-hardcore band formed in Washington, D.C., featuring Scott McCloud, Johnny Temple, Eli Janney, and Alexis Fleisig. Known for their two-bass lineup and nocturnal groove, they released key 1990s albums on Touch and Go, moved to Geffen for Freak*on*ica (1998), and returned to indie with You Can’t Fight What You Can’t See (2002). They later issued The Ghost List EP (2013).

Formed in Washington, D.C.; lineup includes Scott McCloud, Johnny Temple, Eli Janney, Alexis Fleisig; signature two-bass setup; labels: Touch and Go, Geffen, Jade Tree; acclaimed albums include Venus Luxure No. 1 Baby (1993) and Cruise Yourself (1994).

DeBaser’s reviews spotlight Girls Against Boys’ signature two-bass assault and nocturnal groove, praising cornerstone albums like Venus Luxure No. 1 Baby and Cruise Yourself. An interview with Scott McCloud covers the Geffen chapter and the rawer 2002 return on Jade Tree. A live review underscores their pulverizing stage impact. Overall sentiment: highly favorable.