Minutemen

Minutemen were an American punk rock band formed in San Pedro, California, in 1980. The band was composed of vocalist/guitarist D. Boon, bassist Mike Watt, and drummer George Hurley. Minutemen were known for their eclectic and experimental music, which drew inspiration from a wide range of genres, including punk, funk, jazz, and country. The band was also known for its do-it-yourself ethic and its outspoken political views.

Minutemen released four studio albums and several EPs during their career. Their most critically acclaimed album is Double Nickels on the Dime (1984), which is considered to be one of the most important and influential punk albums of all time. The band also released two live albums and a compilation album before disbanding in 1985, following the death of Boon in a car accident.

Minutemen have been praised for their originality, their musical virtuosity, and their commitment to social and political activism. The band has been cited as an influence by a number of notable musicians, including Kurt Cobain, Eddie Vedder, and Flea.

Here are some of the key facts about Minutemen:

• Formed in San Pedro, California, in 1980
• Composed of vocalist/guitarist D. Boon, bassist Mike Watt, and drummer George Hurley
• Known for their eclectic and experimental music
• Drew inspiration from a wide range of genres, including punk, funk, jazz, and country
• Released four studio albums and several EPs
• Most critically acclaimed album is Double Nickels on the Dime (1984)
• Considered to be one of the most important and influential punk albums of all time
• Disbanded in 1985 following the death of Boon in a car accident
• Praised for their originality, musical virtuosity, and commitment to social and political activism
• Cited as an influence by a number of notable musicians