1986 was originally an unfortunate year, turned brilliant due to one band. With hardcore punk's short, sporadic life winding down to a close, people didn't know what to do next. They were waiting for the next big band to sweep the area, and the band they were all waiting for was Dag Nasty. Formed in 1985 by Minor Threat's Brian Baker, the band displayed excellent use of melody uncommon to the D.C. scene. They presented something new, fresh, and put it in a way presentable to the fans of the generally harsh, raw sound of stereotypical hardcore punk rock. Through Dischord Records, who Baker was affiliated with through Minor Threat, the band put out "Can I Say" in 1986. The record was well sung by Dave Smalley, while Brian Baker churned out riffs that were seemingly unfamiliar to the area, yet accepted with open arms as one of the scene's top band's bass player suddenly came on with a six string instead of the four they were used to. He and the rest of Dag Nasty made a very well done album full of songs that can be listened to by a fan of any rock genre with a general liking towards. Full of catchy riffs, this one is one sure to please for the fan of melodic lines backed by simple riffs.
Sample: Live Video of "Circles", circa 1985
- Steve
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