Social Distortion is the name of a popular punk band. While perhaps not being awarded the same level of respect as other punk bands like The Circle Jerks and Black Flag, it has nonetheless had lasting power. From their earlier, more hardcore punk songs like "1945" to later songs such as "Bad Luck" (which was featured on MTV), this band has shown consistently solid musical skills.

Finally in 1986, Mike Ness signed a contract to let Chris Reece and John Maurer to be in the band after the replace of Brent Liles and Derek O'Brien when the band recorded Prison Bound in 1987.

The band signed to Epic Records in 1989 to record Social Distortion which was released in 1990.

Members

  • Mike Ness - Vocals & Guitars (1978-present)
  • Rikk Agnew - Guitars (1978-1980)
  • Frank Agnew - Basses (1978-1980)
  • Timothy Maag - Basses (1979-1981)
  • Dennis Danell - Basses (1979-1980) and Rhythm Guitars (1982-1999)
  • Brent Liles - Basses (1980-1986)
  • John Maurer - Basses (1986-present)
  • Casey Royer - Drums (1978-1980)
  • Randy Carr - Drums (1994-1996)
  • Derek O'Brien - Drums (1979-1986)
  • Chris Reece - Drums (1986-1994)
  • Chuck Biscuits - Drums (1994-present)

Discography

LPs:
Bootleg Tours: