Germs

Darby Crash, born Jan Paul Beahm, led Hollywood's most volatile punk band with a mix of charisma and self-destruction that made him legend and cautionary tale at once. He and guitarist Pat Smear (born Georg Ruthenberg) had already been expelled from University High, accused of psychologically manipulating classmates before they'd even picked up instruments.

The full story is in LA Punk (Early 80s).

At a glance

Active

1977–1980

From

Los Angeles, California

Records in the issues

1 (1979)

Original label

Slash

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In the issues

• 014
  LA Punk (Early 80s)

  Principal · 1978-1984 · Members

  LA Punk (Early 80s) is a music scene from Los Angeles, California, 1978–1984. Its principal artists include Black Flag, Germs and X. This issue covers 10 essential albums and 12 dated events.

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  1979 · Go deeper in LA Punk (Early 80s)

  Original release: Slash · SR-103 · 12″ Vinyl · US 1979Listen on Spotify

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