The Vandals

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Forfans of punk rock, skate punk and pop-punk; listeners interested in southern california punk history and humorous/irreverent punk bands.
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The Vandals are an American punk rock band formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1980, known for irreverent lyrics, humour and a melodic skate-punk sound.

Dave Quackenbush is the band's vocalist. Josh Freese has played drums with The Vandals and is a noted session drummer. The band is associated with Southern California punk and has released albums including Hitler Bad, Vandals Good and Peace Thru Vandalism.

Cornelius praises The Vandals' 1998 album Hitler Bad, Vandals Good as a milestone in Southern California pop-punk, noting tight rhythms, catchy riffs and humorous lyrics. The review highlights Josh Freese's drumming and Dave Quackenbush's vocal style. Key tracks mentioned include "Cafe 405" and "F'd Up Girl."