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John Stabb (musician)

John Dukes Schroeder, known professionally as John Stabb, was an American punk rock vocalist, best known as the founding frontman of the hardcore punk band Government Issue. Active from the late 1970s until his death in 2016, Stabb also performed with numerous other bands including The Factory Incident, Weatherhead, Stabb, Emma Peel, Betty Blue, Stain, and History Repeated.

Personal life
Stabb married his longtime partner Mina Devadas on St. Patrick’s Day 2016 while hospitalized at Holy Cross Hospital (Silver Spring). After a 112-day battle with stomach cancer, he died at a hospice in Rockville, Maryland on May 7, 2016, at the age of 54. ==Legacy and influence==
Legacy and influence
Stabb was known for his energetic stage presence and distinctive personality, which helped define the sound and identity of Government Issue and the Washington, D.C. hardcore punk scene. In a 2015 interview, he remarked, "I was the only one who could stand myself," reflecting the humor and self-awareness that endeared him to fans and fellow musicians. ==Works outside of music==
Works outside of music
Filmography Stabb appeared in Salad Days, a documentary about the D.C. punk scene. He also participated in independent films such as Blood and Steel and performed at Cedar Crest Country Club events. Writing Stabb contributed music commentary and articles to Washington City Paper and Forced Exposure. ==Discography (non-Government Issue)==
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