Snuff

Dominated by fast tempos, simple but hooky tunes, shout-along choruses, and lyrics full of quirky wit, Snuff typify a certain strain of old-school U.K. punk while also showing a truly distinct personality of their own. Led by drummer and vocalist Duncan Redmonds -- the only constant member throughout their career -- the band's speedy approach suggested the influence of American hardcore as well as second-division U.K. punks like the U.K. Subs and the Exploited, while the addition of a trombone player added a hint of ska to their music. Snuff stormed out of the gate in 1989 wit...