Canadian punk/experimental band formed by brothers Rob (bass, vocals) and John Wright (drums, vocals) in 1979, noted for combining punk energy with jazz and progressive influences.

Formed in 1979 (Victoria, later based in Vancouver). Founders: Rob Wright and John Wright. Andy Kerr was a member in the 1980s. Widely cited albums include Mama, Sex Mad and Wrong. The band’s active period is generally given as 1979–2016.

DeBaser reviews present NoMeansNo as a fiercely original Canadian band mixing punk energy with jazz and progressive touches. Critics praise their technical skill, bass/drums interplay and uncompromising live shows, highlighting Wrong, Sex Mad and Mama. Live accounts stress enduring vigor; studio reviews note complexity, humor and occasional repetitiveness.

For:Fans of punk, hardcore, post-punk, experimental rock and technically adventurous listeners

 Can there be a mixture of Rush, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fugazi, Black Flag?

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 Fuck everyone who doesn't know the NoMeansNo (and also them for not caring about being known).

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 The NomeansNo are the greatest band on the planet, the most sunny, the most indecipherable, the funniest, the least banal, the most powerful and without having to showcase a showroom of Marshall amplifiers.

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 We have a "Big dick," wasn't it obvious? PAPPASLEPPA!

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