The Real Kids

The Real Kids

Musical Group

Forfans of garage rock, early punk, 1950s-influenced rock'n'roll, and power-pop.
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The Profile

Boston-based rock band formed by John Felice; known for a 1977 self-titled debut that mixes 1950s rock'n'roll influences with punk energy and power-pop melodies.

The Real Kids emerged from the Boston music scene. Their self-titled debut album was released in 1977 and is frequently cited for combining garage rock, punk attitude, and power-pop songwriting. John Felice is the band's founding member.

DeBaser hosts a single detailed review of The Real Kids' 1977 self-titled debut, praising its blend of 1950s rock'n'roll influences with punk energy and power-pop hooks. The reviewer highlights "All Kindsa Girls," covers like "Rave On," and the album's raw garage sound. Recommended for fans of vintage rock, early punk, and tight, riff-driven songs.

Notable Quotes

❝ Released in the fateful 1977, "The Real Kids" can undoubtedly be considered a punk album in sound and attitude, but its ideology is radically opposed to the slogan "No Elvis, Beatles or The Rolling Stones" of Clash fame.