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Fishbone

Los Angeles, CA

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Region: Southern California/Northern Baja Coast Conference: Pacific

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  • • Fishbone formed in Los Angeles after a school busing program integrated students from different neighborhoods.
  • • Their eclectic sound, blending ska, punk, funk, and metal, influenced bands like No Doubt and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
  • • The band's 1988 single "Party at Ground Zero" used dark humor to address nuclear annihilation fears.
  • • Fishbone starred in the 1986 film "Back to School", gaining wider exposure through their musical performance.
  • • They famously toured with The Police in 1982, a pivotal moment early in their career.
  • • Despite critical acclaim, Fishbone never achieved mainstream commercial success, becoming a cult favorite.
  • • A 2011 documentary, "Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone", chronicled their turbulent journey.
  • • Angelo Moore plays the theremin, adding an unusual and signature element to Fishbone's sound.
  • • Their song "Lyin' Ass Bitch" was featured in the video game "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2".
  • • Fishbone successfully sued CBS for using their song in a commercial without permission, setting a precedent.
  • • Fishbone formed in Los Angeles after a school busing program brought its members together.
  • • Their song "Party at Ground Zero" satirized nuclear anxieties during the Cold War era.
  • • The band's signature blend of ska, punk, and funk influenced bands like No Doubt and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
  • • Fishbone sued Columbia Records, alleging the label sabotaged their career after creative differences.
  • • Angelo Moore's distinctive vocals and theatrical stage presence became a Fishbone trademark.
  • • They collaborated with Spike Lee, contributing music to his films "School Daze" and "Do the Right Thing".
  • • Their self-titled debut EP established their unique sound and garnered critical acclaim.
  • • Despite never achieving mainstream superstardom, Fishbone cultivated a dedicated cult following.
  • • Fishbone's energetic live shows were legendary, often featuring stage diving and frenetic dancing.
  • • The documentary "Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone" chronicles their tumultuous career.

Locations in Lyrics

9 location references across 9 songs

Songs & Places

Bonin’ In The Boneyard
the ocean, CA
"I've got this feeling from the ocean, yeah, it's alright, yeah"
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Providence, RI Albany, NY Austin, TX Huntington, WV San Francisco, CA Santa Ana, CA Colorado Springs, CO
"WBRU"
Freddie’s Dead
the corner
Lemon Meringue
oil
Party at Ground Zero
Servitude
Appalachian coal country, WV
Skankin’ to the Beat
Subliminal Fascism
V.T.T.L.O.T.F.D.G.F
Disturbia suburbia

Rivers & Roads in Song Nearby

U.S. Route 101 10 U.S. Route 66 19 Interstate 10 36 Interstate 5 15 Interstate 405 7

Connected Places

Los Angeles, CA Albany, NY Astoria, OR Austin, TX Bakersfield, CA Boise, ID Decatur, GA Defuniak Springs, FL Huntington, WV Needles, CA New London, CT Providence, RI Sacramento, CA San Angelo, TX San Francisco, CA Seattle, WA Sioux City, IA Spencer, OK West Yarmouth, MA
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