Pagans

Late 1970s Cleveland punk band formed by Mike Hudson, Brian Hudson, Mike Metoff and Tim Allee; limited official discography and cult status, best heard via posthumous compilations such as Shit Street (Crypt Records).

Formed in the late 1970s in Cleveland. Original line-up included Mike Hudson (vocals), Brian Hudson (drums), Mike Metoff (guitar) and Tim Allee (bass). Released four singles between 1977 and 1979 (included on the Shit Street compilation). Shit Street was released on Crypt Records and includes studio tracks, covers and a live performance. Notable songs mentioned in reviews: "What's This Shit Called Love?", "Six And Change", "Street Where Nobody Lives", "Not Now No Way", "Dead End America". The band is regarded as a cult act in the American punk scene.

DeBaser's review praises Shit Street as the best accessible Pagans collection, highlighting their raw, unrefined punk sound and a handful of extraordinary tracks. The review lists key songs and notes the band's limited 1977–1979 singles output. Covers and live material on the compilation are noted as highlights.

For:fans of 1970s American punk, collectors of cult punk singles, listeners of raw/lo-fi punk