Operation Ivy

Defunct ska-punk band from Berkeley, California. Formed in May 1987, the band was only together for two years, breaking up in 1989 after being offered a major label deal by EMI. The band remained a legendary and enduring influence on the punk underground for years to come. Members Tim Armstrong & Matt Freeman went on to form Downfall (6) and later Rancid. Singer Jesse Michaels went on to sing in Big Rig before leaving music. Original Lineup: Jesse Michaels - Vocals, Lint (Tim Armstrong) - Guitar, Matt McCall (Matt Freeman) - Bass, Dave Mello - Drums, Paul Bae - Saxophone (on selected recordings).