Crashdog

Crashdog was one of the first Christian punk bands and was active primarily in the early 1990s. Most of their albums were released by Grrr recordS. Crashdog were known for their very direct lyrics, which they used to make social commentaries and discuss political issues of their day. Their albums included both strongly Christian songs and overtly political songs, often with a liberal bent. They were one of the first Christian bands to do this; later Christian old-school punk and hardcore bands followed suit. In 1998 they released 8 Years to Nowhere, a selection of songs from previous recordings (originally called 8 Years from Nowhere to Nowhere). After its release, they decided to go on a one-year hiatus because their drummer, Greg Jacques, was starting a new record label, 2 Jake Records. During their hiatus, they started another band, Ballydowse, which featured a mix of Celtic music and punk rock along with other styles. As of 2006, they still consider themselves to be on an "indefinite hiatus", but it is unlikely that they will re-form as a band. Members Andrew Mandell - lead vocals (originally played guitar) Greg Jacques - drums Brian Grover - bass Jason Burt - guitar Mike Perlmutter - guitar Former members Spike Nard (born Tim Davis) - lead vocals Mike Simicek - bass Discography Hard Knocks for Hard Heads (Grrr records/Rrrough, 1990) Humane Society (Grrr recordS/Word Entertainment, 1990) The Pursuit of Happiness (Grrr recordS/Word Entertainment, 1993) Mud Angels (Grrr recordS/R.E.X. Music, 1994) Cashists Fascists and Other Fungus (Grrr recordS/R.E.X. Music, 1995) 7 Inch Finch Pinch (2Jake Records/Sin Club Records/Grrr Records, 1996) Outer Crust (2 Jake Records/Grrr recordS, 1997) 8 Years to Nowhere (Grrr recordS, 1998) Live at Cornerstone 2002 (authorized indie CDR)