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The Name Game

By Harmon Leon A punk band's name sets its tone. It's their calling card, proclaiming what the band is about. Here are a few classic punk bands and the origins of their names: The Sex Pistols--A penis. The Circle Jerks--An adolescent-boy, group-wank activity. Dead Kennedys--A dead duo of presidential brothers. The same holds true in the world of Christian punk. Here's the name origin of a few local Christian punk bands and venues: Anguish Unsaid Hometown: Sacramento Origin of Name: It refers to the anguish which Christ felt on the cross, dying for our sins. Smiley Kids Hometown: On the 5 Minute Walk label, but based in Denver. Origin of Name: A bunch of nice, smiley kids. 24Seven Location of Venue: Newark Origin of Name: 24Seven is the amount of time one should spend thinking about Christ--24 hours a day, seven days a week! Dimestore Prophets Hometown: Fremont Origin of Name: Prophets aren't really worth much unless their messages come true. [ San Francisco | MetroActive Central | Archives ]