Best Band With the Worst Name

What's in a name? In the world of rock and roll, a lot. Remember Ned's Atomic Dustbin? What about Nuclear Valdez? Uh-huh, that's what we thought. Some may be inclined to avoid an outfit with a goofy name like Rubber Planet just on principle, but think of the tasty fruit...
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What’s in a name? In the world of rock and roll, a lot. Remember Ned’s Atomic Dustbin? What about Nuclear Valdez? Uh-huh, that’s what we thought. Some may be inclined to avoid an outfit with a goofy name like Rubber Planet just on principle, but think of the tasty fruit beneath a kiwi’s unattractive, hair-laden exterior. Listeners will soon discover that underneath Rubber Planet’s ill-conceived moniker are spoonfuls of succulent, guitar-driven pop ditties delivered by a cat named Silver. Somebody get these guys an image consultant already.


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