The Gories are a seminal garage rock band hailing from Detroit, Michigan, whose gritty sound and raw energy helped to pioneer the garage punk genre. Formed in 1986, the trio consists of Mick Collins (guitar and vocals), Dan Kroha (guitar and vocals), and Peggy O'Neill (drums). Eschewing bass guitar and brandishing an impassioned, minimalist style, The Gories drew influence from blues, punk, and 1960s rock, curating a sound that was at once both primitive and profoundly influential on the garage rock revival.

Their discography includes landmark albums like "Houserockin'" (1989) and "I Know You Fine, but How You Doin'" (1990), which have cemented their status in the underground music scene. After a hiatus in the 1990s, The Gories made a compelling return, playing reunion shows and releasing notable works such as "The Shaw Tapes: Live In Detroit 5/27/88" — a raw live recording that captures the band in their early, incendiary days. While The Gories might have never achieved mainstream acclaim, their impact is unmistakable, with later garage rock acts citing them as a significant influence. Their latest efforts, including the single "Be Nice," reaffirm their place as unadulterated purveyors of garage rock's fundamental spirit.

Genres

Detroit Rock

Garage Pop

Garage Rock

Punk Blues

Latest Release

Be Nice

The Gories

Single - Released March 10, 2016