Alan Scott Barile, the founder of the hugely influential hardcore band, SS Decontrol (SSD), passed away on Sunday, April 6th, in his hometown of Boston after a long illness. Barile, who played guitar in SSD, along with his co-founders Jaime Sciarappa, Chris Foley, and Springa, were a seminal “straight-edge” band, embracing the no drinking/no drugs ethos that provided kids with a choice from the typical ‘70s suburban party lifestyle. Through SSD, Al became the catalyst for a thriving Boston hardcore movement, nurturing the scene through DIY all-ages shows at non-traditional venues including Boston’s Gallery East and Media Workshop. SSD toured throughout the Northeast, building a strong following and nurturing a growing hardcore movement. The release of SS Decontrol’s first album, The Kids W...