Punk rock act accused of courting Nazis as it heads to Santa Cruz

Punk rock act accused of courting Nazis as it heads to Santa Cruz

An upcoming show by The Exploited at Veterans Memorial Building in Santa Cruz draws backlash over perceived Nazi leanings of singer Wattie Buchan.

Punk rock act accused of courting Nazis as it heads to Northern California

An upcoming show by The Exploited at Veterans Memorial Building in Santa Cruz draws backlash over perceived Nazi leanings of singer Wattie Buchan.

Punk band show at Veterans Hall sparks controversy over accusations of Nazi ties

Scottish punk band The Exploited is causing controversy ahead of a concert at downtown Santa Cruz's Veterans Memorial Building on Friday night after some community members accused the band’s lead singer, Wattie Buchan, of supporting Nazi and far-right ideologies. The band denies the allegations. Vets Hall refused to cancel the concert, saying it supports free expression, and encouraged protesters to come to the event.