The Stalin

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Japanese punk band formed by activist [a=Michiro Endo] in Tokyo in 1980. He described choosing the name for two reasons: "The name Stalin is very hated by most people in Japan, so it is very good for our image," and, as a socialist, he felt Stalin represented "The downside to every good idea". The first incarnation of the band lasted until 1985. Endo formed other related groups including [a=Video Stalin] (1987-88), and [a=Stalin (2)] (1988-1992). After the death of frontman Michiro, the band is continued by [a11610…

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Japanese punk band formed by activist Michiro Endo in Tokyo in 1980. He described choosing the name for two reasons: "The name Stalin is very hated by most people in Japan, so it is very good for our image," and, as a socialist, he felt Stalin represented "The downside to every good idea". The first incarnation of the band lasted until 1985. Endo formed other related groups including Video Stalin (1987-88), and Stalin (2) (1988-1992). After the death of frontman Michiro, the band is continued by artist with various guest players and vocalists.