Naked Beast is a San Francisco-based band formed by former members of the influential punk group CRIME, including Johnny Strike (vocals, guitars), Hank Rank (drums, percussion), and Joey D'Kaye (guitar, synthesizers, theremin). They are joined by Michael Campbell (processed sounds, bowed strings, soundscapes) and Roger Strobel (bass). The band's music blends punk rock with experimental soundscapes, featuring spoken word elements and unconventional instrumentation. Their self-titled debut album, released in 2017, showcases this unique fusion, with tracks like "Crazy Carl's Thing" and "The Girl From Somewhere" receiving critical acclaim. ([guitarsandbongos.bandcamp.com](https://guitarsandbongos.bandcamp.com/album/naked-beast?utm_source=openai))