Less Than Jake is a ska-punk band featuring Chris DeMakes, Roger Lima, Buddy Schaub, Peter Wasilewski, and Matt Yonker. Known for loud guitars, distinct vocal harmonies, and a brass horn section, the group has performed for over three decades while maintaining a relentless touring schedule.
Strung Out is a band led by vocalist Jason Cruz. Their 10th album, Dead Rebellion, produced by Shawn McGee in Las Vegas, shifts to a heavier, more mid-tempo melodic sound. Tracks include “Future Ghosts,” “Cages,” and “Empire Down.”
Formed in Grand Rapids, Michigan, ska punk band Mustard Plug has toured internationally for over 30 years. With an eight-album discography, they are known for their dedicated DIY spirit and energetic sound, releasing albums like Where Did All My Friends Go? on Bad Time Records.
Fullerton, California's The Adolescents, formed in 1979, are punk rock pioneers. Their energetic hardcore sound, featuring melodic hooks, influenced skate-punk and countless bands. Known for anthems like "Amoeba" and "Kids of the Black Hole," their self-titled "blue album" was a best-seller. Recent albums include Caesar Salad Days (2023) and Russian Spider Dump (2020).
Southern California punk band Bad Cop Bad Cop features guitarist-vocalist Stacey Dee, bassist-vocalist Linh Le, drummer-vocalist Myra Gallarza, and guitarist Alex Windsor. Known for their resilient style, they released their fourth full-length album, Lighten Up, featuring a collaboration with LA rapper 2mex.
The Suicide Machines are known for the albums Destruction by Definition and Revolution Spring. Their politically charged, heavy, and catchy sound blends edge and anger with reckless joy. They released a split LP titled GEBO GOMI with Tokyo band Coquettish on Bad Time Records.
Formed in LA in 1979 by former Black Flag vocalist Keith Morris and guitarist Greg Hetson, Circle Jerks became a leading force in hardcore punk. Known for six studio albums and landmark record Group Sex, the band defined the alternative music scene of the 80s and 90s.
Formed in 1987 in New Jersey, the Bouncing Souls are an anthemic East Coast punk rock band known for their energetic melodies and relentless touring. Emerging in the late eighties, the group built a dedicated following through albums like Hopeless Romantic and How I Spent My Summer Vacation.
Codefendants are a punk-influenced group formed in Sherman Oaks by NOFX's Fat Mike, punk lifer Sam King, and underground hip-hop artist Julio Ceschi Ramos. Hailing from Bay Area chaos, the trio met at 924 Gilman St. and combined their criminal backgrounds to create music.
Formed in L.A.’s South Bay in 1978, Descendents became key figures in the Southern California punk movement after adding singer Milo Aukerman in 1980. Their early releases include the Fat EP (1981) and Milo Goes to College (1982).
San Francisco punk rockers Get Dead, known for their acoustic-based style and Irish folk influences, formed in 2007. Signed to Fat Wreck Chords, they debuted with "Bad News" in 2013.
