Antischism
Antischism are a crust punk band from Columbia, South Carolina, who came onto the scene in 1988. The band underwent a transformation, disbanding and later regrouping in Austin, Texas, under the moniker Initial State.
Following the dissolution of Initial State in 1994, Byrd and Mueller ventured into .Fuckingcom, with Byrd concurrently founding Guyana Punch Line and, eventually, Thank God. Cooper relocated to Savannah, Georgia, contributing to bands such as Damad (now Kylesa), In/Humanity, Karst, and Chronicle A/D.
Band Members
Final Line-up
- Lyz Mueller – Vocals (1988–1991; 1993–1994)
- Kevin Byrd – Guitar (1988–1991; 1993–1994)
- Allan Mozingo – Bass (1993–1994)
- Scott Cooper – Drums, Vocals (1988–1994)
Past Members
- Brent – Vocals (1991)
- Matt – Bass (1988–1991)
Discography
As Antischism
Albums
- Still Life, Allied Recordings (1991)
EPs
- All Their Money Stinks of Death, Manifest Soundworks (1988)
- End of Time, Stereonucleosis Records (1989)
Compilations
- Discography CD, Selfless Records (1995)
- Antischism (Discography) CD/2XLP, Prank Records (1998)
Live Recordings
- Live in the Studio, Selfless Records, Steronucleosis Records (1990)
- Thinning the Herd – Live (split with Subvert), Mind Control Records (1990)
Legacy
Antischism’s legacy within the crust punk genre is significant, with their raw sound and uncompromising stance on social and political issues continuing to influence punk bands today. Their ability to merge aggressive music with deeply introspective and critical lyrics set them apart in the punk scene of the late 1980s and early 1990s, ensuring their place in the annals of punk history. Despite their relatively brief existence, Antischism remains a touchstone for fans of crust punk and DIY ethics in music.
