BLAGGERS I.T.A were an agitpop punk band noted for their strong anti-fascist and left wing songwriting formed by ex fascist Matty Blagg, who had been introduced to Marxism whilst in prison. Agitpop (or agit-pop), derived from agitprop and a portmanteau of agitation pop, is where popular music is used deliberately to express or disseminate political views or ideas. ... Look up Punk on Wiktionary, the free dictionary Punk can have the following meanings: Relating to culture Punk is a set of social and political beliefs, morals and standards that indicate an absolute rejection of conformity. ... Fascism (in Italian, fascismo), capitalized, was the authoritarian political movement which ruled Italy from 1922 to 1943 under the leadership of Benito Mussolini. ... In politics, left-wing, political left, leftism, or simply the left, are terms that refer (with no particular precision) to the segment of the political spectrum typically associated with any of several strains of socialism, social democracy, or liberalism (especially but not exclusively in the American sense of the word... Marxism is the political practice and social theory based on the works of Karl Marx, a 19th century German philosopher, economist, journalist, and revolutionary, along with Friedrich Engels. ...

The band formed in 1988 and developed a strong fanbase in the early 1990's with their songwriting and passionate live performances. The band had a number of top 50 singles in 1993 and 1994. They signed to EMI (to the disgust of some indie purists) and enjoyed moderate success until they were dropped from the label in 1994. Another setback was having their biggest supporting tours cancelled after singer Matty Blagg headbutted journalist Dave Simpson during an interview in 1993 causing him injury. 1988 is a leap year starting on a Friday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 1990 is a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 1993 is a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar and marked the Beginning of the International Decade to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination (1993-2003). ... 1994 was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar, and was designated the International year of the Family. ... The EMI Group is a major record label, based in Hammersmith, London, in the United Kingdom and with operations in over 25 other countries. ... 1994 was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar, and was designated the International year of the Family. ... 1993 is a common year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar and marked the Beginning of the International Decade to Combat Racism and Racial Discrimination (1993-2003). ...

The band released three albums but could be said to be overshadowed by other political bands of the time such as Chumbawumba and Credit to the Nation. Nonetheless the band are fondly remembered among fans of the genre. Chumbawamba are a band from the UK who use their music to promote anarchist ideas. ...

Singer Matty Blagg died in February 2000 after overdosing on heroin. This article is about the year 2000. ... Heroin or diacetylmorphine (INN) is an alkaloid opioid. ...

Line Up

• Matty Blagg (real name Matthew Roberts) - Front person / vocalist
• Steve Serious - Guitar
• Jason "Wrist Action Jackson" - Drums (1989)
• Brendon H - Trumpet, Sleeve design
• Christie - Rapping, Ranting, DJ
• Paul the Pig - Guitar (1991 onwards)
• Bilko - Second vocalist (1988 - 1989)
• Jez the Jester - Drums (1988 - 1989)
• Cab - Drums (1989)
• Gary the Squatter - Guitar (1989 - 1990)

Discography

Albums:

• On Yer Toez (credited under a different name, disowned by the band) (1989)
• Fuck Fascism, Fuck Capitalism, Society's Fucked (1991)
• United Colours of Blaggers ITA (1993)
• Bad Karma (1994)

Singles:

• It's up to you (1990)
• Beiruit EP (1990)
• Blaggamuffin 12" (1992)
• Way We Operate (1992)
• Here's Johnny (1992)
• Ramraiders ITA (1993) (released without the bands consent in 1993)
• Stresss (1993)
• Oxygen (1993)
• Abandon Ship (1993)
• Mantrap (1994)