ArtistInfo

Zero Boys

Band, 1979-1985 US
Alternative

The Zero Boys are a hardcore punk quartet from Indianapolis, Indiana fronted by Paul Mahern. Other members include bassist Scott Kellogg, drummer Mark Cutsinger and guitarist Dave Lawson.Their first release, Livin' in the '80s, was a 7" EP released by the band on their home-brew Z-Disc label. While Paul Mayhern provided their unique lyrics, John Mitchell provided the soul, with his inspired bass lines driving their songs to new heights. Their debut full-length album, Vicious Circle, was released in 1982 with its distinctive bright yellow cover on the local label Nimrod Records. Many punk fans nationwide expressed surprise that a band like the Zero Boys originated in the Midwest; their polished intensity suggested the larger and more established scenes in Los Angeles, Washington DC, New Yor

Members

	Paul Mahern voc *1963 US
	David "Tufty" Clough b, voc US
	Mark Cutsinger dr US
	Dave Lawson b US
	Vess Ruhtenberg eg US
	Terry Howe g, voc US
	John Mitchell