The Boom (Jeff Matthews-guitar, vocals, Rob Falk-bass, Ron Hendel-guitar & vocals, and Tom Lamont-drums & vocals) was an American punk rock band formed in 1979 by the remnants of Kid Sonic & The Boom, who were the direct descendants of the legendary Supreme Pontiff, (1977-79) who were founded by European Liquidators original (1976-1977) bassist Töd Venice (real name Rob Falk).