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The Replacements

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The Replacements were a rock band formed in Minneapolis, Minnesota, primarily active from 1979 to 1991. They were an important bridge between '80s hardcore punk and '90s alternative rock, honing a melodic-yet-raw sound that presaged grunge. Their self-deprecating, confessional lyrics of alienation and angst were similarly predictive of '90s musical trends. They had a fanatic fanbase but never sold very well to the masses - not well enough to be a viable long-term business, anyway. Their influence and appeal to their fanbase far outshined their commercial success.

The precise origin of the group's name is uncertain, but Chris Mars has written that it refers to subpar bands brought in to replace acts who have to cancel shows. The name fits the band's approach and image perfectly, as they characterized themselves with self-deprecation approaching self-loathing and a lack of professionalism that made recording executives reluctant to deal with them. Throughout their tenure they were known for getting absolutely loaded at shows, playing disjointed bits of cover songs, insulting the audience, and trashing dressing rooms. Their behavior in the recording studio wasn't much better.

They played their first show at a former church that was serving as a halfway house for alcoholics (appropriately enough) under the name the Impediments. Their show was so horrible, they were told they would never get another gig anywhere. They changed their name to The Replacements, in effect "replacing" the original name.

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