The KINGS kick off the start of April with a deep dive into the raw, uncompromising legacy of one of hardcore punk’s most intense and influential bands: FUGAZI. Known for their blisteringly fast sound, politically charged lyrics, and confrontational presence, FUGAZI reshaped the boundaries of aggression in hardcore—laying the groundwork for what would become known as powerviolence.

This episode portends a big KOPPOD month as it traces the band’s early years in Washington, D.C., their landmark recordings, and their lasting impact on generations of extreme music. From their iconic Repeater LP to their legendary $5 shows, FUGAZI’s presence looms large—and we’re breaking it all down here, on April 1st, 2025.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or just hearing about them for the first time right now, as March has come to a close, this episode is required listening for anyone interested in how hardcore evolved at the margins—and how FUGAZI helped redefine its fury.

THE KINGS return with Part 2 of a deep dive into Youth Attack! Records—and per a listener's request, this episode also serves as an Intro to "Mysterious Guy Hardcore". What the hell does that even mean? What matters about this style? Why the air quotes? The KINGS are on the case, solving these mysteries with half-remembered shit from message boards as clues.

Your three favorite DETECTIVES conduct forensic analysis of SALVATION, CULT RITUAL, GRINNING DEATH’S HEAD, VILE GASH, SQRM, and HOAX. If you're familiar with these cases, perhaps these sleuths clocked evidence you overlooked. If you've never heard this stuff, come break open a big unsolved X-File in today's episode.

Thank you to everyone who's given us feedback and shared the show with others - the more you keep that going, the more we can keep this going.

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THE KINGS reflect on both the limits and value of punk rawk, in context of our mind-numbing Amerikan culture. In the second half, they present a gleaming spire of hope, emerging straight from THA LAND OF THA HEARTLESS, and recap their great weekend at RUST BELT RIPPER FEST in Cleveland, OH.

Please let us know how the episode sounds - we want to focus on improving sound quality big time. I know theres a couple parts where I sniffle on mic and forgot to edit it out, sorry. But yeah tell us if there's anything else please. - Jake Razor

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The KOPPOD Troika hop behind the wheel and tear through the streets of Beantown; their steering ain't the best in this episode, but if you've ever driven in BOSTON, surrounded by BOSTON DRIVERS, you know that's WICKED appropriate!! LOL! THE DEPARTED !! So grab yourself a wicked Dunkin Donuts Beverage and enjoy this edition of our CITY TO CITY series. More to come in the future, 'coz Boston offers a hell of a lot in the punk rock DEPAHTMENT ! GO SOX!

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Fulfilling a listener request and covering a label whose influence shaped Hardcore and Punk through the duration of our involvement with the subculture - and beyond. Featuring a few choice musical selections, with a Pt. 2 to follow - Pt. 2 to double as "Intro to Mysterious Guy HC" episode as well. Sound off in the comments. Sorry the episode's late, I had da flu and fell asleep

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*NOTE FROM JAKE RAZOR: I thought this got posted here last week. Patreon is supposed to post it here too when I mark an episode as "public". But I guess it didn't so here it is. If anyone know how to do this better and/or knows how to open PDF, plz advise*

A relaxed recap regarding rousing renditions ... eh nah I'm not doing an allitteration thing, you don't care that much. But this is a "chill" episode for sure. But we talk about some actual topics:

Plus some other things. We hope you enjoy - apologies for posting this over 12 hours later than we typically aim for.

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The KOPPOD Troika starts the show with extended-length musings regarding the death of David Lynch and other hot topics, then move on to their review of LA Punk Rock classic 'Back from Samoa' by the ANGRY SAMOANS. Includes examination of the ANGRY SAMOANS' METAL MIKE SAUNDERS and GREGG TURNER's rock critic priors, a listen to their prior band VOM (featuring RICHARD MELTZER on vocals) assessment of their sound in relation to their contemporaries, and recaps of inter-band comment-section feuds on defunct websites.

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A long time ago, the KINGS did an episode focusing on the year 1979 from a subculture point-of-view; important albums, trends in underground music, plus some signature KOPPOD japes and musings. In THIS episode, the KOPPOD TROIKA does the same thing but for 1984! Well, more or less the same thing. Featuring some historical context, some editorials from Maximum Rock 'n' Roll, some personal favorites, and the introduction of BLOGSPOT HC as a good genre. KOPPOD analyzes the evolution and fragmentation of punk and hardcore in the Year 1984, and speculate about parallels one might find today.

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Rudimentary Peni charted a lonesome path through corners of the human psyche seldom explored on punk rock records. Their singularmystique and style makes them a no-brainer 'Legacy of...' candidate - and it arrives hot on the heels of our 'Intro to... Outsider Music' episode. This episode surveys the first phase of Rudimentary Peni's tenure, from their debut EP through 1988's 'Cacophony' LP.

Part 2 for Patreon subscribers arrives within a couple weeks.

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NOTE: We did this one a while ago so we didn't shout out our top-tier Patrons so I am doing it here: extra big thanks to G. and NoiseOfVarrich, very big thanks to everyone else who signed up over there too

In this episode, we take a detour from punk and hardcore while continuing to steer clear of all conventions: welcome to Outsider Music. Guided by our own tastes (and Irwin Chusid’s insights), we dive into this magical world, featuring gems from The Shaggs, Daniel Johnston, BJ Snowden, and Y. Bhekhirst (and a little taste of Wesley Willis and Joe Meek, bookending the episode).

Before we get to the wonder of this music, we indulge in some prime nonsense: debating Hardcore vs. Metal scene dynamics, why people can’t handle honest reviews, and—because it’s tradition and it's right up the street (BOOP street, where I live)—our thoughts on this season’s McRib.

But eventually we get to Outsider Music. And eventually you get to the end of the episode. And at that point you will have completed a crash course in why Outsider Music warrants your attention— like another sort of crash, one involving cars. Even if this stuff proves a departure from your usual listening, we bet you can't look away. And if you've never heard "Hot In the Airport" before, listen to this episode and hear it today. Then hear it in your head, on a periodic basis, forever.

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Check this one out please do let us know: which good song did you think was the most good?

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JAke Razor

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