American power pop band from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, formed 1978. Peter Holsapple and Chris Stamey (guitars/vocals). Stands for Decibels (1981), Repercussion (1982). Jangly, smart, Southeastern power pop. North Carolina's answer to Big Star. 'Black and White,' 'Amplifier.' Influenced R.E.M. and the jangle-pop movement.

  • Started
    Jan 01, 1978
  • Authority
    Fan contributed