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From: jsl@potomac.UUCP (John Labovitz)
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Subject: Re: Rites of Spring
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Date: Sat, 19-Oct-85 02:54:46 EDT
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> From: Jim Hofmann <hofmann@AMSAA.ARPA>
> For a mind-shattering experience check out Rites of Spring LP
> on Dischord Records (3819 Beecher St.  NW, Wash. D.C., 20007).
> 
> Rites of Spring is a DC Metro area band which is taking the 
> hardcore genre into new and unexplored area much like their
> contemporaries and inspirations Beefeater.  This means use
> of sampling and sound effects to enhance songs.  The lyrics
> are well written as are the songs.  Enjoy.  The album ppd should
> be about $6 (check or M.O.).

Besides, they're nice guys.  And they probably need the money.  At their
first three shows, they broke most of their guitars, and large portions of
the drums and PA equipment.  (But it was *fun*!)

Dischord is also the home of Minor Threat (who seem to be the only known DC
band, unfortunately), among others.
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