Solger
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Solger was considered by many as the first hardcore punk
band in Seattle. The name Solger was a misspelling of Soldier, coming from their anti-draft song Dead Soldier. Their five song self-titled 7" record and its super lo-fi sound become a collectors item, as well as setting the standard for comparison by other lo-fi punk recordings worldwide.
Paul Dana (guitar), also known as Paul Solger, started the band after meeting Kyle Nixon (vocals) in May 1980. The rhythm section on the Solger EP was Doug Rockness on bass and Seattle based multi-instrumentalist Tor Midtskog (later of Seattle's Colour Twigs, Nightcaps
and currently MoonSpinners) on drums.
After leaving Solger, Paul joined up with the Fartz
. He then started The Fags with Upchuck, he played with Ten Minute Warning a few years later. In 1984 Paul got back together with The Fags and the band moved to New York City. Paul Solger was an influence to both Stone Gossard
of Pearl Jam
and Steve Turner of Mudhoney
. Paul Solger co-wrote "Rehab Doll" with Green River.
Doug Rockness (bass), started R.P.A. with former members of The Lewd and The Refuzors after Solger broke up - Doug died in Thailand while on vacation in May 2006 from a suspected but unconfirmed drug overdose.
Paul Dana was diagnosed with cancer in 2004 but was successfully treated and still lives in the state of Washington. Kyle Nixon was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in January 2001.
Duff McKagan (Velvet Revolver & Guns n' Roses) has been known to use a white bass with "Solger" written in black marker across it to show his support for his long time friend Paul Solger and his battle with cancer.
Hardcore punk
Hardcore punk is an underground music genre that originated in the late 1970s, following the mainstream success of punk rock. Hardcore is generally faster, thicker, and heavier than earlier punk rock. The origin of the term "hardcore punk" is uncertain. The Vancouver-based band D.O.A...
band in Seattle. The name Solger was a misspelling of Soldier, coming from their anti-draft song Dead Soldier. Their five song self-titled 7" record and its super lo-fi sound become a collectors item, as well as setting the standard for comparison by other lo-fi punk recordings worldwide.
Paul Dana (guitar), also known as Paul Solger, started the band after meeting Kyle Nixon (vocals) in May 1980. The rhythm section on the Solger EP was Doug Rockness on bass and Seattle based multi-instrumentalist Tor Midtskog (later of Seattle's Colour Twigs, Nightcaps
Nightcaps (band)
Nightcaps were an American Lounge music band from Seattle, Washington active from 1994 until 2002.Nightcaps were an integral part if the mid 1990s Lounge music resurgence that included bands such as Combustible Edison,...
and currently MoonSpinners) on drums.
After leaving Solger, Paul joined up with the Fartz
The Fartz
The Fartz were originally formed in 1981 and were one of the first well-known hardcore bands from Seattle, Washington. They were signed to Jello Biafra's Alternative Tentacles Record label...
. He then started The Fags with Upchuck, he played with Ten Minute Warning a few years later. In 1984 Paul got back together with The Fags and the band moved to New York City. Paul Solger was an influence to both Stone Gossard
Stone Gossard
Stone Carpenter Gossard is an American musician who serves as the rhythm and lead guitarist for the American rock band Pearl Jam. Along with Jeff Ament, Mike McCready, and Eddie Vedder, he is one of the founding members of Pearl Jam...
of Pearl Jam
Pearl Jam
Pearl Jam is an American rock band that formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder , Jeff Ament , Stone Gossard , and Mike McCready...
and Steve Turner of Mudhoney
Mudhoney
Mudhoney is an American alternative rock band. Formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1988 following the demise of Green River, Mudhoney's members are vocalist and rhythm guitarist Mark Arm, lead guitarist Steve Turner, bassist Guy Maddison, and drummer Dan Peters. Original bassist Matt Lukin left the...
. Paul Solger co-wrote "Rehab Doll" with Green River.
Doug Rockness (bass), started R.P.A. with former members of The Lewd and The Refuzors after Solger broke up - Doug died in Thailand while on vacation in May 2006 from a suspected but unconfirmed drug overdose.
Paul Dana was diagnosed with cancer in 2004 but was successfully treated and still lives in the state of Washington. Kyle Nixon was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in January 2001.
Duff McKagan (Velvet Revolver & Guns n' Roses) has been known to use a white bass with "Solger" written in black marker across it to show his support for his long time friend Paul Solger and his battle with cancer.