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When did Dead Kennedys start making music?
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Dead Kennedys's first song “California Über Alles [Demo]” released in 1978.
Dead Kennedys are widely considered to be one of the most influential punk bands of all time. The first incarnation of the band formed in San Francisco in the late 70s, flipping two fingers up to The Man both on and off stage. Reactions to the band ranged from, “Fuck yeah,” to “Fuck no,” and sparked nationwide discussions about music... Read More
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