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The EP consists of five tracks that blend hardcore energy with lighthearted, often humorous suburban themes: Talk to Me Gravity (Makes the World Go Round) Do What You Want To Let Down Again
The Cultural Relic of Connecticut Hardcore: Vatican Commandos’ Just a Frisbee Vatican Commandos - Just A Frisbee full Ep
Released in 1983 on Pregnant Nun Records, the 7-inch EP stands as a definitive artifact of the early 1980s Connecticut Hardcore (CTHC) scene. While the Vatican Commandos are often noted in modern musical history as the formative band of electronic icon Moby (credited as "M.H." on their debut), Just a Frisbee captures the group during a pivotal transition—one where they moved away from their raw thrash roots toward a more melodic, garage-influenced punk sound. A Band in Transition The EP consists of five tracks that blend
By the time Just a Frisbee was recorded, the band’s lineup had shifted significantly. Richard "Moby" Hall had departed and was replaced on guitar by . The remaining core consisted of Chuck "Wheat" Weaver on vocals, Jim Spadaccini on bass, and Dave Hower on drums. This iteration of the band benefited from the production of their CTHC elders, CIA , whose influence steered the EP toward a more anthemic, sing-along style compared to the turbulent speed of their debut, Hit Squad for God . Musical and Lyrical Identity Richard "Moby" Hall had departed and was replaced



