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The Leaving Trains | |
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| Origin | Los Angeles, California |
| Genres | indie rock, punk rock, post-punk |
| Years active | 1980–2001 |
| Labels | Enigma Records, SST Records |
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The Leaving Trains were an American indie rock band from Los Angeles, California. The Leaving Trains were founded in 1980 by singer Falling James Moreland, who became known for her chaotic performances and (prior to coming out as a trans woman[1]) penchant for cross-dressing.[2][3] Falling James had previously been a member of punk rock bands the Mongrels and the Downers before assembling the group with guitarist Manfred Hofer, bassist Tom Hofer, keyboardist Sylvia Juncosa and drummer Hillary Laddin.[4] They played locally for three years before releasing their first album, Well Down Blue Highway, in 1984.[5]
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