Friction
| Friction | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Genres | Punk rock • Proto-punk • Garage rock |
| Years active | 1976-1977 (approx.) |
| Labels | — |
Friction was an American punk / proto-punk band based in Cleveland, Ohio, active circa 1976-77. The group featured musicians who were key figures in the early Cleveland underground rock and punk/avant-rock scene.
History
Friction was formed in Cleveland in 1976, within the city’s burgeoning punk and garage rock movement. The band featured songwriter/guitarist/vocalist Peter Laughner, alongside guitarist/vocalist Sue Schmidt (also credited as Susan Schmidt), bassist Debbie Smith (credited also as Deborah Smith) and drummer Anton Fier. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} Their sound blended raw punk energy with experimental and garage rock influences. Though the band’s lifespan was brief, they are recognized within the Cleveland scene as part of the early wave of punk-influenced acts.
Members
- Peter Laughner – guitar, vocals :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Sue Schmidt – guitar, vocals :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- Debbie Smith – bass :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
- Anton Fier – drums :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Discography
- (No confirmed full-length release by Friction is widely documented; key archival recordings may exist on compilations or live tapes.)
- A session recording from 11 Feb 1976 at Pirate’s Cove, Cleveland lists Laughner, Susan Schmidt, and Debbie Smith on the line-up. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
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