Formed in 1981, The Dogmatics are a seminal Boston-based band renowned for their pioneering garage rock sound infused with punk and rockabilly elements. In the 1980s, they released two albums and toured with acts like The Bangles, The Fleshtones, The Replacements, and Beastie Boys. After a hiatus following the tragic loss of bassist Paul O’Halloran in 1986, they reunited in 2019, releasing new material on Rum Bar Records, including the EPs "She’s The One" (2019) and "Drop That Needle" (2022). Their first full-length album in nearly 40 years, "Nowheresville," was released in July 2025, showcasing their enduring energy and relevance in the rock scene. ([thedogmatics.com](https://thedogmatics.com/about/?utm_source=openai))