Dictators, The
The Dictators
Vinyl, LP
VNLDICTAT001

The Dictators are an American punk rock/hard rock band formed in New York City in 1972. Known for their acerbic and provocative approach in their music, the Dictators underwent several changes in their lineups. Its founding members included musicians Andy “Adny” Shernoff (bass, keyboards, vocals), Ross “The Boss” Friedman (lead guitar) and Scott “Top Ten” Kempner (rhythm guitar).^[8] At one point, the lineup included “Handsome” Dick Manitoba (vocals) and Mark “The Animal” Mendoza (bass). Throughout varying lineups, Shernoff, Friedman and Kempner have been constant members.