Jesus, what a mess. So, maybe two weeks ago, Joint Damage’s label got a cease-and-desist from the lawyer of some godawful Rhode Island rap-rock band also called Joint Damage (resist the curiosity to Google the latter act — trust me). Now, unless the Charlotte band settles on a new name, it’ll be compelled to play its own LP release without a name. Fortunately, there’s no band name listed on Strike Gently, meaning it can be released without alteration. The LP itself shows an aggressive band with remarkable range, with songs ranging from hardcore-influenced ragers to hyperactive, discordant garage-punk. With Double Negative and Chemical Peel. $7-$9. The Milestone.
This article appears in Mar 13-19, 2012.
Sorry if the author of this is butthurt, but the band that utilizes and markets the name first wins, regardless of what you think of their music. Your comments show an immaturity when it comes to how the real world works. You’re worried about this bands record release and have absolutely no concern for the merchandising and name recognition the other band built up…BEFORE the band you speak of. In your world, you think everything should go your way, regardless of legal precedent…that, sir, is childish.