This week, another great group of bands comes to town and this show should be some kind of fun. The Venue presents the Briggs, Angel City Outcasts, DEK and (this one I can hardly believe) the Adolescents. If you were born before 1980, have ever heard of Orange County, California, and were even slightly into punk during your angst-ridden teen years, you should know the Adolescents. If you were botn after 1980, have ever heard of Orange County (watching "The O.C." doesn't count) and like punk, you should know the Adolescents.
Formed in 1980 by ex-Agent Orange member, Pete Soto, the Adolescents came together, fell apart and came together again. These guys have been kicking it old-school for 25 years now, and on tour to promote their new release, O.C. Confidential, (OK, maybe watching The O.C. does count; at least you'll know where they're from) they don't seem to be showing signs of slowing down. It's hard to believe and incredibly fortuitous that they decided to make Boise one of their stops. Good job, Venue!
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DEK are a young punk band. Young as a group and young in age (they're all still in high school) that has to be seen and heard to be believed. They have a raw sound that reflects their youth but at the same time pays homage to their mohawk-wearing forefathers.
All in all, this is a night for those of you who like your music hard, but maybe aren't into hardcore. From age 15 to 50 there's something for all of you.