MDC

MDC, short for "Millions of Dead Cops," is a legendary American punk rock band that emerged from Austin, Texas in the early 1980s. Known for their fiercely political lyrics and fast, aggressive style, MDC quickly became a cornerstone of the hardcore punk scene. The band's debut album, Millions of Dead Cops, is widely regarded as a classic, blending anti-authoritarian rage with scathing social commentary. Over the years, they've expanded the meaning of their acronym to include phrases like "Millions of Damn Christians" and "Multi-Death Corporations"—a testament to their evolving critique of power and oppression.

Led by frontman Dave Dictor, MDC has maintained a strong DIY ethic and remained unapologetically outspoken on issues like police brutality, racism, and war. Their track “John Wayne Was a Nazi” is one of punk’s most provocative anthems, confronting American nationalism head-on. Despite lineup changes and the passage of time, the band continues to record and tour, pushing forward their radical message with the same raw intensity that defined their early days.

Genres

Hardcore Punk

Punk

Hardcore

Skate Punk

Proto-punk

Related Artists

Dead Kennedys

Bad Brains

Black Flag

The Exploited

The Clash

NOFX

Bad Religion

Sex Pistols

Fugazi

Descendents

Propagandhi

Anti-Flag

Latest Release

The Last War

MDC

Album - 14 Tracks - Released May 16, 2025