Formed in Devon, England, in 1978. Often cited as starting the sub-genre that became Crust-punk. An interesting mix of the musical influences (Motörhead, Black Sabbath and early Killing Joke) and ethos/worldview (Crass, alternative lifestyles) was drawn on by the band. Appeared as "The Band with No Name," on the first Crass Records "Bullshit Detector" Compilation performing "University Challenged".They became Alternative Tentacles first UK signing in 1985 with Arise.More info at:"http://www.anus.com/metal/amebix.html":http://www.anus.com/metal/amebix.html"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amebix":http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amebix
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