The Offspring, Pennywise, Circle Jerks to Play Benefit for T.S.O.L. Bassist Mike Roche

A who’s who of notable punk bands are coming together to help raise funds for T.S.O.L. bassist Mike Roche, who is battling Parkinson’s disease and dementia. The Offspring, Pennywise, Circle Jerks, Adolescents, Guttermouth, and more will perform at a November 7th benefit at Garden Amphitheatre in Garden Grove, California. “Mike Roche is basically the reason I’m playing in a punk band,” Pennywise’s Fletcher Dragge stated. “T.S.O.L. was the first ‘real’ punk show I ever attended and after watching Roche and the band play, I decided there and then I was going to be in a band. He’s been a huge part of the punk scene for more than 40 years, and he’s influenced countless musicians, and more than that, he’s a great person and friend.” The Offspring’s Noodles added, “Without T.S.O.L. there would be no Offspring. Mike Roche’s bass playing is a huge part of the reason why. His style is just so badass and cool. Over the years, we went from fans of his to friends. So when we heard he needed our help, we jumped at the chance to pitch in. A lot of people from the punk scene felt the same way, and this benefit concert was put together. It’s gonna be an amazing show, with a bunch of incredible band...