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Architects of Self-Destruction: The Oral History of Leftöver Crack

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Release Date
September 21, 2021
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8 hours 15 minutes
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Leftöver Crack is a band of drug abusing, dumpster diving, cop-hating, queer positive, pro-choice, crust punks that successfully blend ska-punk, pop, hip-hop, and death metal genres. They've been banned from clubs, states, and counties and kicked off multiple record labels. They've received teen-idol adoration and death threats from their fans. They've played benefits for a multitude of causes while leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.



But, if you dig below the crusty, black metal-patch encased surface, you'll find a contemplative, nuanced band that, quite literally, permanently changed the punk rock community. By combining catchy ska-punk with lyrics that referenced political theorist Michael Parenti, drug usage, and suicide, the band formed a unique mélange that was both provocative and challenging. In fact, the band's hooks were so sharp that after releasing their debut LP, Mediocre Generica, an entire culture of 'Crack City Rockers' grew around the band, pushing the youth towards both the positive and negative aspects of extreme punk rock.



Architects of Self-Destruction: An Oral History of Leftöver Crack traces the band's entire history by speaking to the band members themselves, fellow musicians, their fans, and of course, those that still hold a grudge against the LoC . . . FYI, that's a lot of people.
Architects of Self-Destruction: The Oral History of Leftöver Crack

Architects of Self-Destruction: The Oral History of Leftöver Crack

Author: John Gentile
Read by: Brad Logan
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