Name: End On End
Brand: Rites Of Spring

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DIS16V

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Limited edition

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2023-11-03

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Black LP

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Rites Of Spring

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Punk / Hardcore

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Dischord

Dischord Records is an independent record label based in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1980 by Ian MacKaye and Jeff Nelson, Dischord has been a pioneering force in the punk and alternative music scene for over four decades. With a commitment to DIY ethics and artistic integrity, Dischord has released influential albums from bands such as Minor Threat, Fugazi, and Rites of Spring.

Known for its distinctive sound and uncompromising attitude, Dischord Records continues to support emerging artists who challenge conventions and push boundaries. The label's catalog spans various genres including punk rock, post-hardcore, emo, and indie rock. By championing artists with unique voices and perspectives, Dischord remains at the forefront of underground music culture.

As one of the longest-running independent labels in the United States, Dischord Records has maintained its commitment to artist ownership and control. With a focus on fostering long-term relationships with its roster of talented musicians, the label provides them with creative freedom while offering a platform for their work to reach a wider audience. Discover groundbreaking music that defies expectations on Dischord Records.

Rites Of Spring, from Washington, DC, was part of a new wave of bands that appeared in 1984-1985, originating from the DC hardcore scene. They are considered by many to be the first wave of emo. The group formed from the ashes of Insurrection, a hardcore band featuring Brendan Canty on drums, Michael Fellows on bass, and Guy Picciotto on guitar. After Insurrection disbanded, Guy, Brendan, and Michael continued playing together and guitarist Eddie Janney soon joined. With Guy taking on vocals as well, Rites Of Spring became known for their passionate live shows.

Despite only playing around a dozen live appearances in two years, Rites Of Spring gained a reputation for moving audience members to tears with their emotional performances. Critics and naysayers labeled them as "emotional hardcore" or simply "emo" due to Guy's poetic lyrics and impassioned delivery. During their time together, the band released one LP and one 7" EP.

In January 1987, Rites Of Spring split when Michael Fellows left the band after the release of their EP. The remaining members went on to form One Last Wish with guitarist Michael Hampton (with Eddie Janney switching to bass). Although One Last Wish only played a few shows and recorded an unreleased LP at that time.

The members of Rites Of Spring later reformed as Happy Go Licky in 1987 but pursued

In 1983, the DC punk scene had grown and changed, and with that had come a loss of focus for many people. The violence and nihilism that had become identified with punk rock, largely by the media, had begun to take hold in dc and many of the older punks suddenly found themselves repelled and discouraged by their hometown scene. It was a time of redefinition, and Rites of Spring more than led the charge. They not only challenged the macho posturing that had become so prevalent within the punk scene at that point, but more importantly they defied musical and stylistic rule. The people that followed the band made it a point to never miss a gig, As Rites of Spring seemed to approach every show as if it was their last. The results could be explosive, often resulting in the destruction of their equipment, and this may well be one reason that they ended up playing only 15 shows. It was the boldness of this band that really contributed to the swell of energy, often referred to as 'revolution summer', that swept over the DC scene in 1985. Rites of Spring released one full-length, End on End, and a 7", both on Dischord records. Brendan and Guy later went on to play in Fugazi and Michael is currently recording under the name mighty Flashlight.

End On End

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Discover End On End by Rites Of Spring. This exclusive vinyl LP from Dischord records captures the boldness and energy of the DC punk scene in 1983.