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Detroit, United States (1981 – 1984, 2006 – present)
Negative Approach is an American hardcore punk band. They are considered one of the pioneers of hardcore punk, along with bands like Minor Threat, Bad Brains and Black Flag. Formed in Detroit, Michigan, Negative Approach existed from 1981-1984, and now again from 2006-present. Like most hardcore bands, they were little known in their day outside of their hometown. They are now idolized in the Detroit underground and the punk subculture, considered to be one of the elite bands of the “old school” era, and continue to be influential.
NA’s brand of hardcore was savage and nihilistic, exuding frustration, alienation and rage. This was personified in the band’s vocalist John Brannon, an intimidating and intense young man with a shaved head, piercing stare and belligerent attitude. His vocal style and stage presence set the standard for those that followed. NA’s musical style was based on Detroit proto-punk icons The Stooges, British punk rock (especially Discharge) and Oi! music (Blitz, 4-Skins, et al.), although from the start their sound and demeanor were considerably more aggressive and brutal than that of their influences.
Negative Approach was formed in August 1981 by John Brannon and Pete Zelewski, supposedly after seeing a Black Flag/Necros show. The first NA lineup consisted of Brannon on vocals, Rob McCullough on guitar, Pete Zelewski on bass and Zuheir on drums. Not long after, Zelewski left the band to form The Allied and was replaced by Rob McCullough’s brother Graham. Zuheir was later replaced by Chris “O.P.” Moore. The lineup of Brannon/McCullough/McCullough/Moore would remain unchanged until NA disbanded.
NA’s brand of hardcore was savage and nihilistic, exuding frustration, alienation and rage. This was personified in the band’s vocalist John Brannon, an intimidating and intense young man with a shaved head, piercing stare and belligerent attitude. His vocal style and stage presence set the standard for those that followed. NA’s musical style was based on Detroit proto-punk icons The Stooges, British punk rock (especially Discharge) and Oi! music (Blitz, 4-Skins, et al.), although from the start their sound and demeanor were considerably more aggressive and brutal than that of their influences.
Negative Approach was formed in August 1981 by John Brannon and Pete Zelewski, supposedly after seeing a Black Flag/Necros show. The first NA lineup consisted of Brannon on vocals, Rob McCullough on guitar, Pete Zelewski on bass and Zuheir on drums. Not long after, Zelewski left the band to form The Allied and was replaced by Rob McCullough’s brother Graham. Zuheir was later replaced by Chris “O.P.” Moore. The lineup of Brannon/McCullough/McCullough/Moore would remain unchanged until NA disbanded.
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shootmeadeer wrote:
Government Issue is better than Government warning
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eduabc wrote:
one of my favorite bands!
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garyxia wrote:
government warning is great and all, but they sound nothing like Negative Approach. Oh, and GW broke up.
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Burymeinsmoke22 wrote:
Great band
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Lys0L wrote:
http://www.stuffyouwillhate.com/2011/11/touche-amore-disses-negative-approach-gossip/
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versionfiv wrote:
try Government Warning.
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aaronWHAT wrote:
bands like this in 2011? yeah, not happening :|
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Unknownrooster wrote:
i want more bands like this
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HipsterZyclon wrote:
How can I get in contact with them or their booking agent? Anyone knows, hit me up!
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bertramboso wrote:
You try to make things work, and gain something, it's all no use....
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patisawesome121 wrote:
maybe the best american hardcore band ever? (3)
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JonDead wrote:
EVACUATE
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haloedeyes wrote:
maybe the best american hardcore band ever?
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abortionvictim wrote:
It's all no use, It's all worth nothing...
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Robbie3012 wrote:
I prefer Asking Alexandria.
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thrash_ghod wrote:
Bad Brains, Minor Threat, Black Flag & Negative Approach
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Jack_DogTired wrote:
Tied Down is excellent
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werdna93 wrote:
@nirvanamannequi Black Flag, Negative Approach, Minor Threat and Agnostic Front.
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A554551n wrote:
@nirvanamannequi Black Flag, Circle Jerks, Minor Threat and Bad Brains.
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nirvanamannequi wrote:
Here's a question to get your head round: If Metallica, Anthrax, Slayer, and Megadeth are considered the Big Four of Thrash, who in your opinion should be considered the Big Four of Hardcore?
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