Rare 1997 Southern California Christian Punk Cassette

Band: Solid State | Album: Introduction (Demo)

Cassette Condition: Used - Excellent Condition (Tested & Plays Great!) 

Up for auction/sale is an incredibly rare, unindexed piece of 1990s Southern California underground music history.
This is an original 1997 cassette tape of "Introduction," the debut demo by the Yucaipa, CA-based Christian punk band, Solid State.

This album has zero internet footprint—it is completely missing from Discogs and music databases, making it an incredible find for "Lostwave" music preservationists and 90s cassette collectors.

Sonic Style:

A heavy, driving garage-punk sound akin to The Sex Pistols combined with the melodic, upbeat alternative energy of 90s grunge (think upbeat Nirvana). Features faith-based/religious lyrics.

Production & Band Credits:

Produced & Engineered By: Darren Bowls (Well-known SoCal engineer, founder of Red Hammer Records)

Recorded & Mixed At: Ambient House Recording (Yucaipa, CA)

The Band: Tony Montoya (Vocals), Josh Milne (Bass), David Kelly (Drums), Ryan Kelly (Rhythm Guitar), "Sweet Chuck" (Lead Guitar)

Track List:

1. Addiction Addict

2. Harvey & Ruby

3. Easy Off

4. Introduction

5. Heid High

6. Sore Thumb

Condition Note:

Tape: Excellent. Fully tested and plays beautifully with clear audio, minimal tape hiss, and great analog warmth.  Does show some light storage wear/scuffs but has no cracks and functions perfectly.

J-Card Insert: Very good. Crisp graphics, clean edges, full production credits listed inside.

Case: Original plastic case shows light storage wear/scuffs but has no cracks and functions perfectly.

Perfect for archiving, digitizing, or adding a rare gem to your 90s punk collection. Shipped securely with padding. Feel free to ask any questions.