Lollipop Magazine

Rocket From The Crypt – with Rancid, The Showcase Showdown at Avalon – Review

May 1, 1996

The two-man horn section fit right into place alongside the heavy percussion, loud guitars, and pounding bass. Festive, frat party psychobilly punk.

Rancid – with Rocket From The Crypt, The Showcase Showdown at Avalon- Review

May 1, 1996

Rancid blasted right into “Roots Radicals” and mass hysteria ensued. Although I didn’t want to like Rancid, I have to admit they were really fun and energetic.

Rancid – at The Strand – Review

December 1, 1995

When Rancid play, it’s pure magic. Their presence is overwhelming and the energy is consuming. Tim is an angel on stage, so vulnerable, yet powerful.

Rancid – …And Out Come the Wolves – Interview

September 1, 1995

An interview with guitarist/singer Lars Fredericksen

Rancid – with Waterbug, Daltonic at Avalon – Review

April 1, 1995

From the bass-grooving “Radio” to the ska anthem, “I Want a Riot,” Rancid seemed as tight as ever and even more pissed then the last time I saw them.

Daltonic – with Waterbug, Rancid at Avalon – Review

April 1, 1995

Daltonic’s set was truly amazing. They were as tight as ever. Their new guitarist sounded great alongside Nick’s groove-pounding bass and Scott’s vocal assault.

Rancid – with The Queers at Axis – Review

October 1, 1994

ancid played to a tightly packed room with reckless abandon, spewing out song after song with little time for breathing.