The Dishrags January 1, 2013

Starting out in a family home on the Saanich Peninsula, they were originally called "Dee Dee and the Dishrags" named after punk rocker Dee Dee Ramone of "The Ramones". Beginning with a mix of covers and originals, they played what may have been Victoria's first punk rock gig at the Surfside Cabaret in 1977. They would later relocate to Vancouver, dropped "Dee Dee" from their name and became one of Canada's premier artists in underground music during the late 1970's. Our thanks to Don Denton, Kim Haigh-Wright, Alain Milette, Doug Grant and the Parfitt family archives for this month's updates.

Today's gallery updates: Bowser Moon (1), Dishrags (6), Memorial Arena (1), Up Island Bands and Events (2), Vancouver Groups (2) and Victoria History (6).

EVENTS
Don't forget to check out some fun gigs and events. Just click on the tab for more info.

FACEBOOK
Yes we're on FB posting a lot of videos of Victoria artists in a variety of musical genre's and situations. Drop by for a visit and click on the "LIKE" button.Click here !

VICTORIA BLUES SOCIETY
Check out the latest society info and upcoming shows.

VICTORIA JAZZ SOCIETY
Big events coming with the Victoria Jazz Society .

HALLMARK HERITAGE SOCIETY
Victoria's heritage advocacy society preserving and protecting the city's significant historical past Hallmark Heritage Society .