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ESG

The Bronx, NY

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rock Popularity: 50 Established Division

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Region: Northeastern Coastal Zone Conference: Northeast Regional Rank: #492

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  • • ESG's name stands for Emerald, Sapphire, and Gold, the sisters' birthstones.
  • • The band's raw sound was honed in the vibrant South Bronx DIY music scene.
  • • ESG's debut EP, 'Moody,' recorded live, became an instant downtown New York hit.
  • • They were discovered by Factory Records' Tony Wilson while opening for A Certain Ratio.
  • • ESG's minimalist funk influenced the burgeoning Riot Grrrl and dance-punk movements.
  • • Their song 'UFO' is one of the most sampled tracks in hip-hop and dance music.
  • • ESG toured with iconic artists like The Clash and Public Image Ltd.
  • • Despite their influence, mainstream success largely eluded ESG during their initial run.
  • • They reunited in the 2000s, proving their enduring appeal to new generations.
  • • ESG's music soundtracked the cult classic film 'Paris is Burning,' further cementing their legacy.
  • • ESG's name stands for Emerald, Sapphire & Gold, inspired by NYC jewelry stores.
  • • The band formed in the South Bronx in the late 1970s, a hotbed of musical innovation.
  • • Early gigs at iconic venues like CBGB helped define ESG's raw, danceable sound.
  • • ESG's minimalist funk heavily influenced the development of early hip-hop.
  • • Their song "UFO" is one of the most sampled tracks in music history.
  • • ESG's self-titled debut EP was originally released on Factory Records.
  • • They toured with post-punk legends like Gang of Four and The Pop Group.
  • • ESG's music appeared in the influential documentary film, *Paris Is Burning*.
  • • Despite limited mainstream success, they achieved cult status worldwide.
  • • The Scroggins sisters' tight rhythms created a unique, instantly recognizable sound.

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Interstate 95 13 Hudson River 8 New Jersey Turnpike 4

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The Bronx, NY
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