Not On Label / 12" RE Unofficial
The fanclub release of Paganicons, the 1981 debut from California post-hardcore band Saccharine Trust, showcases one of the standout early SST Records albums. Known for its oddball punk style, Paganicons stands out even among influential releases from bands like Minutemen and Black Flag. Guitarist Joe Baiza described the band as the "black sheep" of SST, which earned fans such as Kurt Cobain, Buzz Osborne, and Sonic Youth. Produced by Spot, Mike Watt, and the band, the album was recorded in April 1981 at Media Art Studio in Hermosa Beach and includes a lyric insert