9th Grade Table Talk

9th Grade Table Talk was a band that started playing together in high school. Their song "99 Bottles Of Beer In The Mike" became something of a cult favorite, with its straightforward, tongue-in-cheek approach to teenage life. They put out a few albums in the late 80s and early 90s, including 99 Bottles of Beer in the Mike in 1985 and Graduated in 1991.

Their music had a loose, energetic feel that mixed pop with some punk and ska influences. Another track, "Satan Clubbing Baby Seals," gives a sense of their humor and willingness to be a little ridiculous. They played live shows that were known for being high-energy, and they did some television appearances during their run.

While some critics dismissed them at the time, their songs found an audience that appreciated the unpolished, funny side of what they were doing. The band's lineup included Johnny "99" Bottles on vocals and guitar, Billy "Bass" Clef on bass, and Tommy "Drum" Machine on drums. They stopped releasing new music after the early 90s, but "99 Bottles Of Beer In The Mike" still turns up at parties now and then.