Oakland punk supergroup, Kicker, who feature within its ranks members of Filth, Dystopia and Neurosis with infamous veteran road dog, Pete the Roadie, on vocals, will kick off a short rash of North American live assaults this week. Set to inaugurate on September 20th at Brooklyn's Burning Fest, Kicker will hammer their way through Philadelphia, Richmond, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Toronto and Montreal before coming full-circle with a second stop in Brooklyn on September 27th. The trek marks the band's first time on East Coast soil. Kicker will be joined by the UK's Hard Skin on select dates.

Living by the slogan, "We're here to drink your beer, eat your chips and bludgeon your ears with punk," Kicker was forged on rainy night at 924 Gilman. They took refuge in the brewery bar across the street. Mauz (Dystopia), had a room full of musical equipment and an idea for a band. Dave (Edwardson, Neurosis) was looking for a new project. Pete the Roadie - who for over thirty years has roadied for the likes of Subhumans, Amebix, Jello Biafra, Neurosis and everyone in between - swore he would never cross over to the dark side. Somehow though, he was convinced. Toby, of crust punk legends Filth, was lured out of semi-retirement. They were all looking for something more than everyday life can provide. A few lyrics and some guitar riffs led to regular rehearsals and eventually a demo. Soon it was time for the first gig. As it turns out, Roadie is a natural. And the true spirit of punk rock lives on... Fans of Subhumans, Crass, Black Flag, and Rudimentary Peni pay heed.

Live dates:

September

20 - Brooklyn's Burning Fest at The Wick - Brooklyn, NY (with Doom) **
21 - Kung Fu Necktie - Philadelphia, PA **
22 - Gallery 5 - Richmond, VA **
23 - Comet Ping Pong - Washington DC **
24 - Belvederes - Pittsburgh, PA (with Submachine) **
25 - S.H.I.B.G.B's - Toronto, ON
26 - Coop Katacombes - Montreal, QC
27 - The Grand Victory - Brooklyn, NY

** with Hard Skin (UK)

Kicker will release a brand new full-length via Tankcrimes next year. In the meantime, the band recently released a split 7" with Pittsburgh punks Submachine, out now on Mind Cure and Inimical Records.