May 31, 1992, at Cell 63, in collaboration with Unfucked, featured a daytime show with performances by Samiam (from Berkeley), My Jazz, Juke (from Northern California), Sludgepot, Voodooglowskulls, and Casperspook. This was a notable departure from the usual nighttime shows, likely due to mounting pressure from local law enforcement. The police had recently shut down several nighttime events at Cell 63, likely in response to concerns over noise, crowds, and the venue's alternative, DIY ethos. As a result, switching to daytime shows became a practical solution to avoid further confrontations with authorities while still providing a space for the local punk and alternative music community to gather. The decision to hold the event during the day reflected the ongoing struggle for DIY venues like Cell 63 to balance their underground culture with the realities of operating in a city where the mainstream often clashed with countercultural movements. Despite the challenges, the venue's community continued to thrive, showing resilience and adaptability in maintaining a safe and welcoming space for creative expression.

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Voodoo Glow Skulls rose to prominence after signing with Epitaph Records, where they released four albums, starting with Firme in 1995. The album became their most successful, followed by Baile de los Locos, Band Geek Mafia, and Symbolic. The band's energetic mix of ska, punk, and hardcore earned them a devoted following and a global presence, beginning with their first European tour in 1996, followed by trips to Japan, Australia, Mexico, and South America. They appeared on multiple Punk-O-Rama compilations from Epitaph and had their music featured in video games, TV shows, and films, boosting their cultural influence. In 2002, the band signed with Victory Records, where they released three more albums and continued their worldwide touring. In 2024, Voodoo Glow Skulls performed alongside The Offspring and Face to Face at the Punk in the Park Festival, continuing their active presence in the punk scene. 

Samiam signed with Atlantic Records, marking a significant milestone in their career with the release of their major label debut, Clumsy, in 1994. The video for their single "Capsized" received considerable airplay on MTV, bringing the band greater exposure. In the same year, Samiam performed on The Jon Stewart Show, further solidifying their presence in the mainstream. Throughout the years, the band has toured extensively across Europe, North America, and Japan, sharing the stage with prominent bands such as Bad Religion, Descendants, The Offspring, Fact to Face Jawbreaker, Toadies, Blink-182. Their extensive touring and diverse lineup of collaborations helped cement Samiam’s place as a key figure in the punk and alternative rock scenes.