Against Authority 2024 Tickets

Against All Authority
For those who think that music is meant only for entertainment and cannot be used for raising voice and creating awareness may have never heard of Against All Authority.

This famous band, often abbreviated as -AAA- is a DIY ska punk band and they have created a niche for themselves as a real DIY band with strong political message.

The band was founded in Miami, Florida in 1992. The philosophy behind the creation of the band was officially stated as their desire and willingness to promote their message which is questioning economic differences and promoting human similarities.

They have promoted this message in all their work through hard-hitting lyrics and music and social awareness statements.

One of the most interesting points of the band was their DIY stance which they took as an inspiration from Dead Kennedys and Subhumans. Against All Authority has been the textbook definition of ?D.I.Y?? from day one.

They have put out their own records, booked their own tours, and even silk-screened all of their shirts. During this period they have done an incredible amount of work and gained immense popularity amongst youngsters.

Against All Authority released 2 full length CDs, and six 7s, including splits with the Pist, Less Than Jake, and Anti-Flag. They also toured three North American to support these albums.

One of these include the unforgettable the Skankin in the Pit tour as well with Falling Sickness and Assorted Jelly Beans that helped them to find loyal fans in every town.

Their debut record was ?Destroy What Destroys You? that contained the sound of driving punk rock loaded with guitarist Joseph Koontz's Cuban influenced ska, and singer Danny Lore's snotty vocals.

The band received worldwide success and somehow notoriety with the release of their album All Fall Down. The album was made with Hopeless Records in 1998 and it shattered sales records because of its youth appeal.

A strong engagement in political and social issues was clearly evident in their lyrics. The outright rebellious attitude of the band also influenced a number of other bands and they follow the same path with their music and public image.

They have made several successful tours and single performances. Skank & Destroy Tour of 2006 was complete sell out in the East Coast with Mustard Plug & Westbound Train.

Today, in just seven years, Against All Authority has grown in to become the voice for tens of thousands of non conformist youths, who are armed with ideas for change.

They are the inspiration of those who live in this world of racial tension and class distinction and think to change the things for better. The band give one hit after the other compelling their fans to ask for more. In addition to touring and recording, the band is frequently involved in demonstrations and social projects.

Against All Authority has a dedicated following all over from Eastern Europe to southern California and everywhere in between.

The band's words and music have achieved the unique ability of uniting urban dwellers with Suburban tastemakers by questioning our economic differences and promoting our human similarities.

Their continuing commitment to their music and ideals has earned them steady growth of fans and media attention. Watch out for them as they are heading out on the road again with passion and quality.