5 finger discount

5 finger discount

5 Finger Discount is a punk band from Marquette, Michigan, active from 2006 to 2009. The group starts in early April 2006 and becomes part of the Michigan ska-punk scene, where it plays with a range of regional and touring acts.

Style and lyrical themes

The band’s music is melodic but keeps the raw intensity associated with punk rock. Its songs are described as angry, self-destructive, anti-social, depressed and pseudo-political, although the group also includes the occasional love song.

Live activity and associated acts

5 Finger Discount performs alongside acts including Riot 49, Stuck Lucky, the Denslow Cup, Hudson Falcons, Sycamore Smith, the Fried Chinese Donalds and I am Citizen, among many others. These shows help the band build a solid local fanbase in Michigan.