Yaphet Kotto (band)

Yaphet Kotto
OriginSanta Cruz, California
GenresHardcore punk, punk rock, emo, screamo
Years active1996–2005
LabelsEbullition, Analog Kid, Sonzai, Council, Scene Police
Past members
  • Austin Barber
  • Casey Watson
  • Chris Story
  • Jose Palafox
  • Keith Miller
  • Luke Clements
  • Mag Delana
  • Pat Crowley
  • Paul Cameron
  • Scott Batiste

Yaphet Kotto was a hardcore punk band, named after the actor, from Santa Cruz, California active between 1996 and 2005.[1] The band Yaphet Kotto formed after the demise of another band called Staple, of which Casey Watson and Mag Delana were members.[2][3] Lyrically, the group dealt with social and political issues. They were also known for their chaotic and cathartic compositions which blended melody and extremity.[4] The group released three full-length albums on Ebullition Records,[5] and made several singles, extended plays, and appearances on split-albums and compilations.[1]

  1. ^ a b "Yaphet Kotto". Discogs. Retrieved 2018-05-19.
  2. ^ "Council Records - Yaphet Kotto". www.councilrecords.com. Retrieved 2018-05-19.
  3. ^ Curry, Arwen (1998-05-14). "No Scene Like Home: Yaphet Kotto transcends the trendy". Metro Santa Cruz. Metro Newspapers – via metroactive.com.
  4. ^ Kevin (2016-05-08). "Sophie's Floorboard: Yaphet Kotto". Sophie's Floorboard. Retrieved 2018-05-19.
  5. ^ ([email protected]), Kent McClard: aka MC Lard. "Ebullition Records Catalog: Yaphet Kotto". www.ebullition.com. Retrieved 2018-05-19.