Flipper

Flipper was an American punk rock band formed in San Francisco, California, in 1979. The band's original lineup consisted of Bruce Loose (vocals), Ted Falconi (guitar), Will Shatter (bass), and Steve DePace (drums). Flipper's music was characterized by its slow, plodding tempos, dissonant guitar work, and Loose's deadpan vocals. The band's lyrics often dealt with dark and disturbing themes such as suicide, alienation, and drug addiction.

Flipper released their debut album, "Generic Flipper," in 1982. The album was a critical and commercial failure, but it gained a cult following among fans of punk rock and noise music. The band followed up with a second album, "Gone Fishin'," in 1984. This album was also a commercial failure, but it further solidified Flipper's reputation as one of the most unique and challenging bands in the punk rock scene.

In the mid-1980s, Flipper began to experience lineup changes. DePace left the band in 1985 and was replaced by David Yow. Yow's addition to the band brought a new level of intensity to Flipper's music and helped to push the band in a more experimental direction. Flipper released their third album, "Public Flipper Limited," in 1987. This album was the band's most successful release to date, and it helped to introduce Flipper to a wider audience.

Flipper continued to release albums and tour throughout the 1990s and 2000s. However, the band's lineup continued to change frequently, and the band never achieved the same level of success that they had during the 1980s. Flipper disbanded in 2006, but they have reunited several times since then for live performances.

Flipper is considered to be one of the most influential punk rock bands of all time. Their music has been praised by critics for its originality, its intensity, and its dark sense of humor. Flipper's music has also been cited as an influence by many other bands, including Nirvana, Sonic Youth, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.