The Queers are a punk rock band formed in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, in 1982. Their sound is heavily influenced by the Ramones, The Beach Boys and '60s bubblegum pop, and their songs often feature humorous and juvenile lyrics. The original line-up consisted of Joe King (2) (Vocals/Guitar), Tulu (2) (Vocals/Bass), and Wimpy (2) Rutherford (Drums).