Dick is Short for Richard Ottumwa, Iowa
"Super fresh, post-punk, thrash pop goodness from southern Iowa that was born from the age we now live. It's tough, sensitive, imploring listeners to be better. Banging band with beautifully angry, soaring vocals and melodies... This music is a celebration of the best and worst of humanity and emotion." - Chad Wolfe ... more
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Love these guys! They'll melt your face and punch your uncle if he's an asshole!
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Up Down Left Right
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Local stuff Mel played bass in, mastermind of Wes VanAntwerp
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Electroshock Therapy
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Fun guys, fun monster rock.
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