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Good Clean Fun

Good Clean Fun is a hardcore punk band that emerged from the Washington, D.C. scene, known for their unapologetically positive messages and a sense of humor that pervades much of their work. Founded in the late 1990s by singer Issa Diao, the band set itself apart by adhering to a straight edge lifestyle—eschewing drugs, alcohol, and promiscuity—and yet approached their ethos with a playful, often satirical bent that contrasted with the more serious attitude of some of their peers in the straight edge scene. Their lyrical themes often revolve around veganism, straight edge principles, personal politics, and the state of the hardcore scene, maintaining a balance between sincerity and sardonic wit.

The band's discography includes noteworthy albums such as "Positively Positive 1997-2002," which encompasses a spectrum of their work across those formative years, and "Between Christian Rock and a Hard Place," which showcases their ability to fuse melodic hooks with the intensity of hardcore punk. Releases like "Crouching Tiger, Moshing Panda" and "On The Streets" continued to cement their reputation for crafting anthemic hardcore tunes that encourage unity and a positive outlook. Good Clean Fun is lauded for their energetic live shows and the sense of community they foster, encouraging fans to sing along and engage with the music's buoyant and affirmative spirit. Despite their intermittent activity and various hiatuses over the years, the band's influence persists in the punk and hardcore scenes, particularly among those who appreciate the lighter, more humorous side of music with a message.

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