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Fishbone is an alternative rock band that plays a fusion of ska, punk rock, reggae, funk, heavy metal music|heavy metal and more. The band was formed in 1979 in the ghettos of South Los Angeles|South Central Los Angeles by Angelo Moore, also known as [http://www.centralelements.com/drmaddvibe/"Dr. Madd Vibe"] (vocals, saxophones ranging from sopranino saxophone|sopranino to bass saxophone|bass, and theremin); Kendall Jones (guitar); John Norwood Fisher (bass); Philip "Fish" Fisher (drums); "Dirty" Walter A. Kibby II (vocals, trumpet); and Chris Dowd (keyboards, trombone). The group came from the same Los Angeles scene that spawned the Minutemen (band)|Minutemen, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Jane's Addiction.

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Early career (1979-1987)
Fishbone first gained attention with their live concerts, earning a reputation as one of the most diverse bands in the alternative rock genre. Their unique stew of different styles, mixed with hectic energy and pounding rhythms, was a huge influence on the funk/rock/new wave/metal/rap hybrid that would become popular in the 1990s. The band did not have any official recordings until the release of their self-titled EP, ''Fishbone EP|Fishbone'', in 1985, which featured the classic ska favorite "Party at Ground Zero". In 1987, in support of their first full-length album, ''In Your Face'', the ban... read all

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1. boeuf ka rock on 1 Aug 2008
Location: st germain sur moine, France
2. Fishbone at Hard Rock Cafe, Warszawa on 12 Aug 2008
Location: ul. Złota 59, 00-819 Warszawa, Poland
3. Be2gether on 14 Aug 2008
Location: Lithuania
4. Fishbone at 16 Tons, Москва on 14 Aug 2008
Location: Пресненский Вал, 6, стр 1, Москва, Russian Federation, 123022
5. Beautiful Days on 15 Aug 2008
Location: Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1LU, United Kingdom Beautiful Days is the brainchild of The Levellers and is set in the tranquil rolling hills of Escot Park, Devon. The capacity has been capped just below 10,000 people which gives the event an intimate atmosphere and a feel good vibe which is perfect for families. Organisers choose acts that are guaranteed to entertain all types of festival folk. From well known bands to fresh up-starts, the hand-picked artists will get the crowds rocking before The Levllers traditional Sunday night set makes for an exceptional festival finale. The music is set over five stages: Main Stage, The Big Top, The Little Big Top, Pussy Parlure and The Bimble Inn. The site includes a huge children's area in the centre as well as food and craft stalls, real ale from Otter Brewery, walkabout theatre and entertainers with the option of family camping as well. New for 2008! There will be comedy and spoken word on Saturday and Sunday daytime in The Little Big Top. You can see the full line-ups from the past 5 years on the festival website along with photo galleries. Tickets are selling fast so book now to avoid disappointment! Price: £90 - Adult weekend camping, £60 - 10-16 years weekend camping, £30 - 5-9 years weekend camping ticket, £5 0-4 years weekend camping ticket, £30 - Weekend camping pass, £10 - Car parking pass.
6. moe. down IX on 29 Aug 2008
Location: 4173 West Road, NEW YORK 13473, United States Featuring performances by moe., The Levon Helm Band, The Sparrow Quartet, and many others Friday, August 29th - Sunday, August 31st, 2008 Live at the Snow Ridge Ski Area in Turin, NY Tickets: $105.00 (early bird) / Tickets includes camping [url=http://www.moe.org/moedown/]Click here for more information
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