Good Clean Fun
Encyclopedia
Good Clean Fun is a hardcore punk
band from Washington, D.C.
who took their band name from the Descendents
song of the same name.
, straight edge
, feminism
and optimism
. Their main influence is New York straight edge group Gorilla Biscuits
. Other influences include 7 Seconds, Minor Threat
, and Youth of Today
.
The band recorded three records before pretending to part ways in 2002, saying "their mission had been accomplished and they had reached their goals." At the same time, also as predicted in their song "I Can't Wait", they released a compilation album from their entire career, Positively Positive 1997-2002, on Equal Vision
. The band continued the running gag, doing a 'reunion' tour in 2004. GCF released a new record in January 2006 entitled Between Christian Rock And A Hard Place again on Equal Vision. In Europe their material is released by Reflections Records
. The new album was supported by a full European and US tours. In December 2006 the band announced they would be releasing a rarities compilation entitled Crouching Tiger, Moshing Panda and would include compilation tracks, out of print 7"'s, and some songs that are not available on any albums.
The band gained a particular internet following after they released "The MySpace
Song," which is a spoof ballad about a girl who leaves her boyfriend for a person she met on MySpace, with lyrics such as "I know how emo kids feel" and "I know that I’m an adult / But Tom
it’s your fault / You created a monster"
In late summer of 2009 the band completed a full-length feature film titled Good Clean Fun: The Movie, based on a script written by Diao. Shooting began in November 2007.
Hardcore punk
Hardcore punk is an underground music genre that originated in the late 1970s, following the mainstream success of punk rock. Hardcore is generally faster, thicker, and heavier than earlier punk rock. The origin of the term "hardcore punk" is uncertain. The Vancouver-based band D.O.A...
band from Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., formally the District of Columbia and commonly referred to as Washington, "the District", or simply D.C., is the capital of the United States. On July 16, 1790, the United States Congress approved the creation of a permanent national capital as permitted by the U.S. Constitution....
who took their band name from the Descendents
Descendents (band)
The Descendents are an American punk rock band from Hermosa Beach, California. As of 2011, they have released six studio albums, three live albums, three compilation albums and three EPs. The Descendents broke up and reformed several times over the years, sometimes with different musicians...
song of the same name.
History
Formed in 1997, the band used self-irony when spreading their message of veganismVeganism
Veganism is the practice of eliminating the use of animal products. Ethical vegans reject the commodity status of animals and the use of animal products for any purpose, while dietary vegans or strict vegetarians eliminate them from their diet only...
, straight edge
Straight edge
Straight edge is a subculture of hardcore punk whose adherents refrain from using alcohol, tobacco, and other recreational drugs. It was a direct reaction to the sexual revolution, hedonism, and excess associated with punk rock. For some, this extends to not engaging in promiscuous sex, following a...
, feminism
Feminism
Feminism is a collection of movements aimed at defining, establishing, and defending equal political, economic, and social rights and equal opportunities for women. Its concepts overlap with those of women's rights...
and optimism
Optimism
The Oxford English Dictionary defines optimism as having "hopefulness and confidence about the future or successful outcome of something; a tendency to take a favourable or hopeful view." The word is originally derived from the Latin optimum, meaning "best." Being optimistic, in the typical sense...
. Their main influence is New York straight edge group Gorilla Biscuits
Gorilla Biscuits
Gorilla Biscuits are a New York City-based vegan straight edge hardcore band consisting of Anthony "Civ" Civarelli, Walter Schreifels, Arthur Smilios, Alex Brown and Luke Abbey. The band is currently signed to Revelation Records.-Early career:...
. Other influences include 7 Seconds, Minor Threat
Minor Threat
Minor Threat was an American hardcore punk band formed in Washington, D.C. in 1980 and disbanded in 1983. The band was relatively short-lived, but had a strong influence on the hardcore punk music scene, both stylistically and in establishing a "do it yourself" ethic for music distribution and...
, and Youth of Today
Youth of Today
Youth of Today is an American hardcore punk straight edge band, formed in 1985 and still in activity. The band played a major role in establishing the Youth Crew subculture of hardcore, both espousing and evolving the philosophies of the straight edge and vegetarian lifestyles.-History:Youth Of...
.
The band recorded three records before pretending to part ways in 2002, saying "their mission had been accomplished and they had reached their goals." At the same time, also as predicted in their song "I Can't Wait", they released a compilation album from their entire career, Positively Positive 1997-2002, on Equal Vision
Equal Vision Records
Equal Vision Records is a record label based in Albany, New York, which has a focus in metal or punk-based rock genres. Equal Vision Records was founded in the early 1990s by Ray Cappo ....
. The band continued the running gag, doing a 'reunion' tour in 2004. GCF released a new record in January 2006 entitled Between Christian Rock And A Hard Place again on Equal Vision. In Europe their material is released by Reflections Records
Reflections Records
Reflections Records is a primarily hardcore record label based in Arnhem, The Netherlands. It started in 1994 as a fanzine that in 1998 added a 7-inch compilation to one issue that proved successful and sparked a change to becoming a record label. At present, Reflections releases albums in a number...
. The new album was supported by a full European and US tours. In December 2006 the band announced they would be releasing a rarities compilation entitled Crouching Tiger, Moshing Panda and would include compilation tracks, out of print 7"'s, and some songs that are not available on any albums.
The band gained a particular internet following after they released "The MySpace
MySpace
Myspace is a social networking service owned by Specific Media LLC and pop star Justin Timberlake. Myspace launched in August 2003 and is headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. In August 2011, Myspace had 33.1 million unique U.S. visitors....
Song," which is a spoof ballad about a girl who leaves her boyfriend for a person she met on MySpace, with lyrics such as "I know how emo kids feel" and "I know that I’m an adult / But Tom
Tom Anderson (MySpace)
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it’s your fault / You created a monster"
In late summer of 2009 the band completed a full-length feature film titled Good Clean Fun: The Movie, based on a script written by Diao. Shooting began in November 2007.
Band members
Good Clean Fun is known for its ever-changing line up. Current, past, and touring members include:- Mr. Issa
- Aaron Mason
- Alex Garcia-Rivera
- Anita Storm Van Leeuwan
- Ryan Smith
- Eddie Smith
- Danny McClure
- Justin Ingstrup
- Austin Hedges
- Kelly Green
- Mike Phyte
- John Delve
- Casey Watson (of Yaphet Kotto and Look Back And Laugh)
- Andrew Black (of The ExplosionThe ExplosionThe Explosion was a punk rock band from Boston, Massachusetts. On February 13, 2007 the band announced that they had left Virgin Records. On April 30, 2007 the band announced that they were to split up...
and Georgie JamesGeorgie JamesGeorgie James was an indie pop/rock group from Washington D.C. composed of John Davis and Laura Burhenn.When Q and Not U called it quits in 2005 after releasing three albums, the band split into three different projects: Ris Paul Ric, a folk/electronic solo effort from Chris Richards; Harris Klahr...
) - John Committed
- Jeff Grant (of Stop It!! and Pink Razors)
- Scott Andrews (of The Scare)
- Rapha (of Undressed Army)
- Pete D.C.
- Seth Freidlander
- Thom Lambert
- Javier Casas Cordero
- Sean Petteway
Discography
- Shopping for a Crew 7" - 1997 on Underestimated/Reflections
- Who Shares Wins 7" - 1998 on Phyte
- Shopping for a Crew CD - 1999 on Phyte/Dead Serious
- Let's Go Crazy 7" Picture Disk - 2000 on Phyte
- On the Streets Saving the Scene from the Forces of EvilOn the Streets Saving the Scene from the Forces of EvilOn the Streets Saving the Scene from the Forces of Evil is a 2002 album by the band Good Clean Fun.-Track listing:# "You're Only Punk Once"# "Beat the Meat"# "WWZD"# "11th Commandment"# "You Gotta Stay Positive"# "In Defense of All Life"...
- 2000 on Phyte/Reflections - Live In Springfield 12" LP - 2000 on Phyte
- Shawn King can Suck It 10" LP - 2001 on Phyte
- Straight Outta Hardcore - 2001 on Phyte/Reflections/Defiance
- Good Clean Fun/Throwdown X-mas Split 7" -2001 on Prime Directive
- Positively Positive 1997-2002 - 2002 on Equal VisionEqual Vision RecordsEqual Vision Records is a record label based in Albany, New York, which has a focus in metal or punk-based rock genres. Equal Vision Records was founded in the early 1990s by Ray Cappo ....
(compilation album) - Today the Scene, Tomorrow the World Live CD - 2004
- Thumbs Up! 7" - 2006 on Cat 'n' Cakey Records (split with Dead After School)
- Between Christian Rock and a Hard Place - 2006 on Equal VisionEqual Vision RecordsEqual Vision Records is a record label based in Albany, New York, which has a focus in metal or punk-based rock genres. Equal Vision Records was founded in the early 1990s by Ray Cappo ....
- Crouching Tiger, Moshing PandaCD - 2007 Self Released
- Today The Scene, Tomorrow The World Live Enhanced CD - 2007 Self Released
- V/A-Fight The World Not Each Other comp. - 1999 on Reflections Records
- V/A-The Rebirth Of Hardcore: 1999 comp. - 1999 on SuperSoul Records
- V/A-For The Kids Together comp. - 2000 on Together Records