THE STALIN was the most revolutionary and innovative punk rock band of the early 80âÂÂs and blew away all other attempts at Japanese punk rock with their unique and radical style. Former leader and the only constant member of the band was Michiro Endo, a 32-year-old social activist. The name STALIN is deeply hated by most Japanese people, so its a good name to create the right image, as Michirou explained when questioned about the controversial name of the band. He further explained that because of his socialist stance that the band name encapsulated the downside of every good idea. Michirou was the editor of the INGO fanzine. The magazine was primarily responsible for the 2nd press of the Dendou Kokeshi single which was first released at the 05th of May in 1980. The cover of the EP featured a brutal drawing of a penis being injected by a hypodermic needle. The great raw and jangly punk sound was continued throughout the Stalinism EP released in 1981. On the 5-track-record you can pick out at least one guitar riff inspired by the Ramones skilfully blended into the unique The-Stalin-typical sound.
