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THE DEAD MILKMEN
Set to Play at Belly Up Tavern
July 12th, 2026 by Joey Clark
While the ‘80s may be best known for new wave and hair metal, there was no shortage of standout punk bands sprinkled in there as well. The Dead Milkmen, a four piece from Philadelphia, stormed the hardcore punk scene, turning guitarist/vocalist Joe Genaro’s self-made project into quite a phenomenon within a few short years.
Within their own backyard in Philly, the guys – Genaro, Rodney Linderman (vocals, keyboards), Dean Sabatino (drums), and Dave Schulthise (bass – now a role filled by Dan Stevens) made a splash and became regulars on the stages that comprised the city’s punk rock scene. Quickly outgrowing their hometown, the boys spread their wings by touring the United States in search of a larger audience.
The audience did gradually grow with the band’s efforts, but it wasn’t until the release of their 1988 record, “Beelzebubba,” that they found commercial success. The record contained what would be their biggest hit to date, “Punk Rock Girl,” a staple in any half-decent punk rock playlist.
Like any band The Dead Milkmen have had their fair share of hardships – from losing original bassist, David Schulthise, to going on a 13-year break – but they have managed to pick up the pieces and push forward, stronger than ever, with the same passion and dedication to the craft Genaro had decades ago crafting songs at home.
Last year the band released four digital singles with B-sides: “When Daddy Drinks” / “Turning Up the Temperature;” “Where Billionaires Go to Die” / “Engine Flam” / “Welcome to the Show;” “Janitor” / “Baby’s on Fire;” and “Santa Clause is Coming for Your Eyes” / “Here for Now.”
The band is slated to bring their patented flavor of punk rock rife with their purposely heavy Philly accents and unmistakable sense of humor to the Belly Up in San Diego on July 17th.
Opening the night will be San Diego locals, Scary Pierre, a band “driven by a darkly infectious post-punk sound with a hedonistic rock ‘n’ roll streak. It’s loud, yet irresistibly danceable music for dark times.”
Tickets for this Friday’s show are selling fast, so to ensure you get your punk fill, buy your tickets now!
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