Four bespectacled friends in Kansas formed the Embarrassment, a band that blended tuneful, brainy, and enthralling rock 'n' roll with punk's energy. Inspired by the Stooges and Sex Pistols, they created a unique sound, playing house parties and drawing attention from influential figures. Despite their refusal to sell out, tension within the group and lack of mainstream success led to their near-forgotten legacy until now.
We Were Famous, You Don't Remember: The Embarrassment
In the heart of 1970s Kansas, a group of bookish misfits came together to form a band, blending their unique sound amidst the rolling wheat fields and iconic American muscle cars.
