Artist description The debut self-titled release from Diabolical Exploits is a collection of recordings written by Andy Ernst. This 16 track release consists of an eclectic range of dynamic mixed-tempo punk anthems, but is distinctly East Bay in sound. Diabolical Exploits was produced, recorded, and mixed by Andy Ernst at the Art of Ears in Hayward, California.

Music Style Punk

Musical Influences Bad Religion, East Bay Punk, AFI, Subincision

Artist History The Diabolical Exploits, formerly known as Renfield (East Bay), are Andro (Andy Ernst), Ian Miller, and Rob Ivey. Lead vocalist, guitarist, and legendary punk producer/engineer, Andro, has been playing and recording in the Bay Area for more years than he cares to mention; and has produced and/or engineered for a slew of historically important punk bands including AFI, Rancid, Green Day, Swingin’ Utters, the Nerve Agents, Fury 66, Good Riddance, Screeching Weasel, Tiger Army, Fifteen, Link 80, Powerhouse, and countless others; as well as playing a variety of instruments on numerous recordings. Andro's written a couple songs for Link 80 and recently has been making guest appearances with Berkeley-based Subincision. Bassist, Ian Miller, has been successful as a member of Skankin' Pickle and Redemption 87, while the new kid, drummer / sometimes bassist Rob Ivey, has played with Bottomdawg and the Have-Nots.

Group Members Andy Ernst - vocals, guitars; Rob Ivey - Drums; Ian Miller - Bass.

Albums Diabolical Exploits

Press Reviews MaximumRockNRoll #222 Nov. 2001 DIABOLICAL EXPLOITS This is Andy "Art of Ears" Ernst' band, and he really shows off some slick-ass production on this CD. Andy also displays hi knack for writing decent melodic, mie-tempo rock/punk/ska tuns. "Half Way to Hell", the gem of the CD, has this kinda eerie 45 GRAVE-ish feeling. The weak point is their version of SCREECHING WEASEL's "The Science of Myth". Overall, this is pretty friggin' good. (HM) Wonka Vision DIABOLICAL EXPLOITS “S/T” This is the debut by the East Bay trio and it’s pretty good to say the least! The music is hard, urgent, and bass heavy with socially conscious lyrics about everyday life that anyone can relate to. Think mid period Rancid or “Juvenile Product of the Working Class” era Swingin’ Utters to get an idea of what I mean. All the songs are great but “Burning Effigy”, “I’m Not Alive” and their awesome Screeching Weasel cover of “The Science Of Myth” really stood out to me. These guys are going to be huge because they stand head and shoulders above a lot of the crap that’s been crawling out of San Francisco lately. This makes me fondly remember when Jawbreaker was king, Samiam didn’t suck, and Lookout had yet to go down the tubes. Punk is back in town all over the world so get with it! (Substandard Records) Matt Thrash

Location Oakland, CA - USA

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