The Leaving Trains

**The Leaving Trains** are a long-running underground rock act rooted in Los Angeles’ DIY scene, spearheaded by frontman Falling James Moreland since their formation in the early 1980s. Known for their raw, poetic blend of punk energy, psychedelic swirls, and garage-rock grit, the band has cycled through lineups while maintaining a fiercely independent spirit. Their discography—including chaotic early releases and recent albums like *Fuck* (1990) and *Kill Tunes* (1996)—showcases a knack for darkly humorous lyrics and unpolished intensity, earning them cult status among fans of left-field rock. Though quieter in recent decades, their 2020s output (like *Smoke Follows Beauty* and *Sleeping Underwater Survivors*) proves they’ve still got a knack for weaving surreal storytelling with scuzzy riffs. A staple of West Coast alternative circles, The Leaving Trains remain synonymous with outsider artistry and unapologetic weirdness.