The Official Leftover Crack/Choking Victim Thread

Brain Toad · 10-14-2004, 07:48 PM

This is my first time doing a band profile. I decided to do this because of my love of the band, and I know most of their history.

It started in the squats of New York City. Where 4 talented individuals got together to play hard, fast ska-punk. Leftover Crack was formed from the remains of Choking Victim after the band decided to call it quits. Singer, guitarist, and song writer, the Stza (aka Sturgen in some cases) put out an open call for more members for his new band. He collected members from F-Minus, Blindsided, and Suicidal Tendencies, along with Choking Victim member Alec Mohamed. Together they recorded the demo 7" for Bankshot! called "Rock the 40oz" They later contributed "Crack City Rockers" to the Hellcat compilation, Give 'Em the Boot II. Hellcat owner, Tim Armstrong asked the boys to join the Hellcat family. Leftover Crack agreed to this, as long as bar codes were kept off their albums. The lineup of Leftover Crack was solidified when Alec agreed to play bass full time, taking on the name Alec Crack. Stza also brought in Ara from Agent 99 to play drums. They began recording their first album in May of 2001. The album was originally set to be called "Shoot the Kids at School" but was rejected by the folks at Hellcat. It was released May 22, 2001 titled Mediocre Generica. The album explored the many talents of Leftover Crack, not only their ska influence, but also a softer rockabilly/psychobilly sound and plain hardcore on some tracks. The album was a success for the band. They went on tour to promote the album, but seemed to go into hiding after their album had been out for a year. Most members broke off to form side projects such as Morning Glory, INDK, and American Distress. All these bands becoming part of the Crack Rock Steady 7.

In early 2004, Leftover Crack joined by other members from the Crack Rock Steady 7 released a split album with So Cal punks, F-Minus titled "Baby Jesus Sliced up in the Manger". As the side bands continued to prosper many fans wondered what would become of Leftover Crack. Many fans watched as the Leftover Crack website stayed un-updated, but one site created by a loyal fan called ****worldtrade.com chronicled all the news it could about the Crack team and its side projects. It was announced in early 2004 that Leftover Crack were recording a new album called **** World Trade and it would be released on Jello Biafra's label, Alternative Tentacles. The Crack fans rejoiced at the thought of the bringing together of their favorite band on the largest independent label. As the album was recorded an un-mastered copy was leaked, by Alec himself, so the fans could sneak a peak at what to come. Many were disappointed by it, many loved it. A lot weren't sure to think of their favorite band, but watched ****worldtrade.com longingly to find more news about the new album. And if a Crack fan had succeed in wandering back over to leftovercrack.com they found the site revamped and now run by Tzra, the same web master who ran ****worldtrade.com. There was more rejoice. As more news came, it found that legendary record producer and member of Big Black, Steve Albini would be helping Leftover Crack with the producing their new album. Anyone who knew Albini's work knew this would be an album to go down in history. As recording finished and wait began for the new album, AT's website released 3 tracks to the public, and the fans were astonished by how far the band had come. Soon the whole album had leaked and news was everywhere, it was the greatest thing Leftover Crack had made yet. This wonderful album was released officially to the public on August 31, 2004. With the amazing CD came provocative album art picturing the tumbling World Trade Center, showing that Leftover Crack weren't your normal New Yorkers, crying about 9/11, but embracing that reasons of why it happened.
Following the release of the **** World Trade album, Leftover Crack seemingly disappeared from public view. Sometimes they would make an appearance, must most times staying in hiding. Soon, Choking Victim reunions began, playing the odd show throughout the year, mainly in New York. Leftover Crack played a few shows as well. After loosing a drummer the band seemed like it was going to break up, this seemed even more possible after bassist Alec got married and moved to the west coast, but as far as fans know, they have not broken up. They recently released a 4-way split 7” with friends Morning Glory, F-Minus and Bent Outta Shape called The Kids Are Gonna Pay.

Website:
http://www.myspace.com/leftovercrackofficial

Band Members:
Stza - Vocals, Guitar
Alec Baillie - Bass, Vocals
Ezra - Guitar, Vocals
Brad Logan - Guitar
Ara - Drums

Discography:
Rock the 40oz
Mediocre Generica
**** World Trade

Recomended Songs:
Nazi White Trash
Athiest Antehm
Jesus Has a Place 4 Me (Rock the 40oz)
Burn Them Prisons
Gang Control
Via Sin Dios
Operation M.O.V.E.

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======================OFFICIAL THREAD NOTICE================
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With some help from Reiner I have made the official thread to discuss Leftover Crack and Choking Victim. This will be the only thread that these bands will be discussed in (except their mentions in other threads.) No new threads will be made about these bands, or you will be banned. This thread will include discussions of the music of these bands, their politics, the news in the bands etc. You can also discuss other Crack Rock Steady Seven bands which contain F-Minus, Morning Glory, InDK, American Distress, etc.

Now get going!

Big-Bird · 10-14-2004, 07:50 PM

i still like Choking Victim better

TheNowhereman42 · 10-14-2004, 07:54 PM

I'm always looking for fuck world trade, but all I can ever find is Rock the 40oz

I love nazi white trash though

Let's Chop Cats! · 10-14-2004, 07:56 PM

I bet Alternative Tentacles site has it.

10-14-2004, 07:58 PM

Brian Squirrel And Side Kick The Toad!!!!

Brain Toad · 10-14-2004, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sk8SkaNJ

I bet Alternative Tentacles site has it.

Indeed they do. I can only find one copy at the store. I got the only one of Mediocre Generica and the only one of FWT. I never have found Rock the 40oz or any CV albums.

singinghostility · 10-14-2004, 08:02 PM

i like crack city rockers the best. LOC are my favourite band, along with propagandhi and im really getting into bad brains lately

AdictAddict · 10-14-2004, 08:19 PM

I saw leftover crack a few weeks ago and they were way better than I thought they would be. I am just starting to get into them now, and this band profile was quite useful. Good post.

mole · 10-14-2004, 08:20 PM

I like them.

CONNER_NWHC · 10-14-2004, 08:22 PM

Great profile great band.

10-14-2004, 08:34 PM

ok, im new to this site, but i know a little about LoC too. The Stzza and Alec first had a band in highschool called No Commercial Value who played Nazi White Trash, and so did CV and now its LoC's turn. I *think* that Alec quit unfortunatly and now im pretty sure that anti-flags bassist has replaced him which i am pretty bummed about. I think LoC will get softer and also lose most if not all of the ska influence because of the new bassist. a great great band but i still think CV is better because they were more ska and their albums werent as over produced like the LoC ones. Favorite song ---> 5 Finger Discount!!! hope this helped guys!

Brain Toad · 10-14-2004, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ska_dizzle_fo_shizzle

ok, im new to this site, but i know a little about LoC too. The Stzza and Alec first had a band in highschool called No Commercial Value who played Nazi White Trash, and so did CV and now its LoC's turn. I *think* that Alec quit unfortunatly and now im pretty sure that anti-flags bassist has replaced him which i am pretty bummed about. I think LoC will get softer and also lose most if not all of the ska influence because of the new bassist. a great great band but i still think CV is better because they were more ska and their albums werent as over produced like the LoC ones. Favorite song ---> 5 Finger Discount!!! hope this helped guys!

If the Anti-Flag bassist did replace Alec (which is possible, I heard he moved to Cali with his girlfriend), it will only be for this tour. Afterwards they are calling it quits, as The Stza is moving to South Africa, or so he says. I think if they get together to record again, Alec will be there.

TheNowhereman42 · 10-14-2004, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sk8SkaNJ

I bet Alternative Tentacles site has it.

pssh

like i'm gonna buy it

10-14-2004, 08:53 PM

man, Stzza is way too self desctructive, theyve got such a good thing going, just like with CV, but then they quit, it pisses me off. CV broke up the day they finished recording No Gods/No Managers. laaaame

obese_breasts · 10-14-2004, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheNowhereman42

pssh

like i'm gonna buy it

[URL=http://www.slsknet.org]Soulseek[/url]

Brain Toad · 10-14-2004, 11:47 PM

I actually got my copy of it early on SLSK, I love them for being so open about music downloading.

TheNowhereman42 · 10-15-2004, 12:21 AM

i bloody hate soulseek

I use Bitcomet and

punkhc.dyndns.org

widzjnent · 10-15-2004, 05:00 AM

well done, great band also is choking victim

thatoneguy0829 · 10-15-2004, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheNowhereman42

i bloody hate soulseek

I use Bitcomet and

punkhc.dyndns.org

How could you hate something so great? They provide poor kids like me with music that i could only dream about getting!

thatoneguy0829 · 10-15-2004, 11:44 AM

oh yea...... CV and LoC are both great bands i just wish i could see them live someday HAHA

10-14-2004, 07:48 PM	#1
Brain Toad Best Ex-Supermod Ever Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 18,345	The Official Leftover Crack/Choking Victim Thread This is my first time doing a band profile. I decided to do this because of my love of the band, and I know most of their history. It started in the squats of New York City. Where 4 talented individuals got together to play hard, fast ska-punk. Leftover Crack was formed from the remains of Choking Victim after the band decided to call it quits. Singer, guitarist, and song writer, the Stza (aka Sturgen in some cases) put out an open call for more members for his new band. He collected members from F-Minus, Blindsided, and Suicidal Tendencies, along with Choking Victim member Alec Mohamed. Together they recorded the demo 7" for Bankshot! called "Rock the 40oz" They later contributed "Crack City Rockers" to the Hellcat compilation, Give 'Em the Boot II. Hellcat owner, Tim Armstrong asked the boys to join the Hellcat family. Leftover Crack agreed to this, as long as bar codes were kept off their albums. The lineup of Leftover Crack was solidified when Alec agreed to play bass full time, taking on the name Alec Crack. Stza also brought in Ara from Agent 99 to play drums. They began recording their first album in May of 2001. The album was originally set to be called "Shoot the Kids at School" but was rejected by the folks at Hellcat. It was released May 22, 2001 titled Mediocre Generica. The album explored the many talents of Leftover Crack, not only their ska influence, but also a softer rockabilly/psychobilly sound and plain hardcore on some tracks. The album was a success for the band. They went on tour to promote the album, but seemed to go into hiding after their album had been out for a year. Most members broke off to form side projects such as Morning Glory, INDK, and American Distress. All these bands becoming part of the Crack Rock Steady 7. In early 2004, Leftover Crack joined by other members from the Crack Rock Steady 7 released a split album with So Cal punks, F-Minus titled "Baby Jesus Sliced up in the Manger". As the side bands continued to prosper many fans wondered what would become of Leftover Crack. Many fans watched as the Leftover Crack website stayed un-updated, but one site created by a loyal fan called **worldtrade.com chronicled all the news it could about the Crack team and its side projects. It was announced in early 2004 that Leftover Crack were recording a new album called World Trade and it would be released on Jello Biafra's label, Alternative Tentacles. The Crack fans rejoiced at the thought of the bringing together of their favorite band on the largest independent label. As the album was recorded an un-mastered copy was leaked, by Alec himself, so the fans could sneak a peak at what to come. Many were disappointed by it, many loved it. A lot weren't sure to think of their favorite band, but watched worldtrade.com longingly to find more news about the new album. And if a Crack fan had succeed in wandering back over to leftovercrack.com they found the site revamped and now run by Tzra, the same web master who ran worldtrade.com. There was more rejoice. As more news came, it found that legendary record producer and member of Big Black, Steve Albini would be helping Leftover Crack with the producing their new album. Anyone who knew Albini's work knew this would be an album to go down in history. As recording finished and wait began for the new album, AT's website released 3 tracks to the public, and the fans were astonished by how far the band had come. Soon the whole album had leaked and news was everywhere, it was the greatest thing Leftover Crack had made yet. This wonderful album was released officially to the public on August 31, 2004. With the amazing CD came provocative album art picturing the tumbling World Trade Center, showing that Leftover Crack weren't your normal New Yorkers, crying about 9/11, but embracing that reasons of why it happened. Following the release of the World Trade album, Leftover Crack seemingly disappeared from public view. Sometimes they would make an appearance, must most times staying in hiding. Soon, Choking Victim reunions began, playing the odd show throughout the year, mainly in New York. Leftover Crack played a few shows as well. After loosing a drummer the band seemed like it was going to break up, this seemed even more possible after bassist Alec got married and moved to the west coast, but as far as fans know, they have not broken up. They recently released a 4-way split 7” with friends Morning Glory, F-Minus and Bent Outta Shape called The Kids Are Gonna Pay. Website: http://www.myspace.com/leftovercrackofficial Band Members: Stza - Vocals, Guitar Alec Baillie - Bass, Vocals Ezra - Guitar, Vocals Brad Logan - Guitar Ara - Drums Discography*: Rock the 40oz* Mediocre Generica ** World Trade Recomended Songs*: Nazi White Trash Athiest Antehm Jesus Has a Place 4 Me (Rock the 40oz) Burn Them Prisons Gang Control Via Sin Dios Operation M.O.V.E. ================================================== ======= ======================OFFICIAL THREAD NOTICE================ ================================================== ======= With some help from Reiner I have made the official thread to discuss Leftover Crack and Choking Victim. This will be the only thread that these bands will be discussed in (except their mentions in other threads.) No new threads will be made about these bands, or you will be banned. This thread will include discussions of the music of these bands, their politics, the news in the bands etc. You can also discuss other Crack Rock Steady Seven bands which contain F-Minus, Morning Glory, InDK, American Distress, etc. Now get going! Last edited by Brain Toad; 04-02-2006 at 03:36 PM.*

10-14-2004, 08:02 PM	#7
singinghostility holy crip it's a crapple Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: under hansons tour bus Posts: 195	i like crack city rockers the best. LOC are my favourite band, along with propagandhi and im really getting into bad brains lately Last edited by singinghostility; 10-14-2004 at 08:08 PM.

10-14-2004, 07:50 PM	#2
Big-Bird Kidney Puncher Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: California Posts: 2,823	i still like Choking Victim better

10-14-2004, 07:54 PM	#3
TheNowhereman42 Too punk for my own good Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Near Los Angeles, California Posts: 4,757	I'm always looking for fuck world trade, but all I can ever find is Rock the 40oz I love nazi white trash though

10-14-2004, 07:56 PM	#4
Let's Chop Cats! God Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Gumnut Cottage Posts: 1,287	I bet Alternative Tentacles site has it.

10-14-2004, 07:58 PM	#5
Volume8 Guest Posts: n/a	Brian Squirrel And Side Kick The Toad!!!!

10-14-2004, 08:19 PM	#8
AdictAddict Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 891	I saw leftover crack a few weeks ago and they were way better than I thought they would be. I am just starting to get into them now, and this band profile was quite useful. Good post.

10-14-2004, 08:20 PM	#9
mole pie Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: nj Posts: 1,997	I like them.

10-14-2004, 08:22 PM	#10
CONNER_NWHC THE BEAT GOES ON... Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Northwest Posts: 6,077	Great profile great band.

10-14-2004, 08:34 PM	#11
ska_dizzle_fo_shizzle Guest Posts: n/a	ok, im new to this site, but i know a little about LoC too. The Stzza and Alec first had a band in highschool called No Commercial Value who played Nazi White Trash, and so did CV and now its LoC's turn. I think that Alec quit unfortunatly and now im pretty sure that anti-flags bassist has replaced him which i am pretty bummed about. I think LoC will get softer and also lose most if not all of the ska influence because of the new bassist. a great great band but i still think CV is better because they were more ska and their albums werent as over produced like the LoC ones. Favorite song ---> 5 Finger Discount!!! hope this helped guys!

10-14-2004, 08:53 PM	#14
ska_dizzle_fo_shizzle Guest Posts: n/a	man, Stzza is way too self desctructive, theyve got such a good thing going, just like with CV, but then they quit, it pisses me off. CV broke up the day they finished recording No Gods/No Managers. laaaame

10-14-2004, 11:47 PM	#16
Brain Toad Best Ex-Supermod Ever Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 18,345	I actually got my copy of it early on SLSK, I love them for being so open about music downloading.

10-15-2004, 12:21 AM	#17
TheNowhereman42 Too punk for my own good Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Near Los Angeles, California Posts: 4,757	i bloody hate soulseek I use Bitcomet and punkhc.dyndns.org

10-15-2004, 05:00 AM	#18
widzjnent Registered Abuser Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 729	well done, great band also is choking victim

10-15-2004, 11:44 AM	#20
thatoneguy0829 A concerned mother Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Mesa Arizona Posts: 4	oh yea...... CV and LoC are both great bands i just wish i could see them live someday HAHA