Years active 2002–Present Genre Punk | Labels Reload Records Record label Reload Records | |
Also known as "Sex Object"and "The Model" Origin Portland, Oregon, United States (2002) Albums Self Titled, Rock Off and Fuck On Similar Gerald Casale, Bob Casale, Devo, Mark Mothersbaugh Profiles | ||
The Punk Group is an electro/synth-rock band originating from Portland, Oregon. The group began in 2002 "as a joke" and consists of two male members who dub themselves "The Model" and "Sex Object" after song titles by the German electronic band Kraftwerk. They record and release all their albums themselves. Critics cite the band's 1980s musical influences, particularly Devo.
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The Punk Group frequently criticize pop culture and other artists in their songs and are known for their politically incorrect lyrics. "We like to put people in their place and knock them down a few pegs, you know, make sure they don't get too big for their britches," said one member. Their live shows consists of the two men (who sing and play guitar, bass or synthesizer), a drum machine and are known to wear assorted costumes.
The Punk Group played their final Portland show at Dante's in May 2010 before relocating to San Francisco and Los Angeles respectively. They most recently appeared opening for DEVO in California in 2012 on numerous dates.
Touring
While the band rarely played outside of Portland, OR they did embark on a European tour in the summer of 2007 and Australia in 2008.
Discography
DVD
Tribute Album
This album is out of print and considered a rarity by collectors.
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Songs
Tight End Wide ReceiverInternational Rock Stars/Tour de Force · 2003
Homewreckin' AlcoholicSelf Titled · 2009
Don't Talk to MeFruition · 2015