Hailing from Edmonton, Canada, Home Front blends punk and pop using vintage drum machines, analog synths, and screaming guitars. They are best known for their second LP Watch It Die, featuring modern production and tightly wound hooks.
Formed in 1982 in Huntington Park, California, Slayer was an influential extreme thrash metal band known for classic albums like Reign in Blood and Hell Awaits. Guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman founded the group, featuring Tom Araya and Dave Lombardo. The band officially ceased operations in 2019.
Manchester Orchestra is an American indie rock band from Atlanta, Georgia, formed in 2004. Led by singer-songwriter and rhythm guitarist Andy Hull alongside lead guitarist Robert McDowell and bassist Andy Prince, the group is known for its raw, emotive lyrics and a conceptual, cinematic approach to rock music. They have released several acclaimed albums, including Mean Everything to Nothing and A Black Mile to the Surface.
Formed in Philadelphia in 2018, Catbite is a ska band blending punk, new wave, and pop rock. Known for electrifying live shows, they have toured with The Bouncing Souls and Jeff Rosenstock. Their EP Doom Garden features collaborations with Patrick Stump and Zayna Youssef.
Formed in Richmond, Virginia, heavy metal band Lamb of God originated as Burn The Priest. With over twenty-five years active, five Grammy nominations, and two million albums sold, they are known for groove-driven aggression and a fierce punk ethos.
Hot Mulligan, originating from Lansing, Michigan, delivers energetic post-emo and pop-punk. Known for earnest songwriting and unique song titles, their tours captivate audiences. Popular songs include ""Equip Sunglasses"" and "And a Big Load." Albums like "The Sound a Body Makes When It's Still" showcase their blend of heartfelt punk rock. They have garnered millions of streams and toured globally, including with notable acts like Fall Out Boy.
Sincere Engineer is the punk-pop and emo project of Chicago singer-songwriter Deanna Belos. Emerging from the city's D.I.Y. folk-punk scene, Belos debuted with the 2017 album Rhombithian on Red Scare Industries, later signing with Hopeless Records to release Bless My Psyche and Cheap Grills.
Formed by vocalists B-Real and Sen Dog and producer DJ Muggs, hip-hop group Cypress Hill released their game-changing, self-titled debut album in 1991. The landmark release shaped the course of hip-hop history and established their signature sound.
Games We Play, aka Emmyn Calleiro, resides in Los Angeles and is known for his humor and philanthropy. He’s a self-made millionaire, passionate volunteer, and dog dad.
East Oakland hip-hop group Souls of Mischief, part of the Hieroglyphics crew, features MCs A-Plus, Phesto, Opio, and Tajai. They are best known for their 1993 debut album, 93 'Til Infinity, and its hit title-track anthem.
Originating in downtown Los Angeles, noise-rock band Health features Jake Duzsik, John Famiglietti, and BJ Miller. Known for albums like Get Color, Death Magic, and Rat Wars, they scored Max Payne 3 and collaborated widely across metal, rap, electronic, and indie rock.
The Offspring are iconic innovators of the southern California punk rock sound who have sold over 45 million albums worldwide, released over ten studio albums, and toured relentlessly. The band features Dexter Holland, Noodles, Todd Morse, Brandon Pertzborn, and Jonah Nimoy.
Jack Kays, a Cincinnati, Ohio native, is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter known for his raw, emotive vocals and introspective blend of indie rock, hip-hop, pop-punk, alternative, and folk. He explores themes of mental health and addiction. Notable works include the album "Mixed Emotions" and "Deadbeat!", plus the EP "My Favorite Nightmares" with Travis Barker. His song "Caffeine" earned him Spotify's 'New Noise Artist To Watch'. He has accumulated over 400 million streams.
Formed in 2006, goblin metal band Nekrogoblikon achieved global cult stardom with their 2012 viral anthem No One Survives. Known for melodic death metal and goblin-themed lore, the group features vocalists John Goblikon and Dickie Allen, releasing five studio albums and the EP The Boiling Sea.
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.
Laura Jane Grace is a rock artist and Against Me! front person, founded in Naples, FL in the late 1990s. She has released seven albums with Against Me! and four solo works. Her music features outspoken political critique and American roots like country and folk-rock.
Formed in Coral Springs, Florida, in 1997, pop-punk quartet New Found Glory rose to fame on TRL in the early 2000s with shiny melodies. Known for their trademark sound and decorated career, the band released the 2023 acoustic EP Make The Most Of It and their 11th studio album, Listen Up!
Fiddlehead is a Boston, Massachusetts-born post-hardcore supergroup, formed in 2014. Featuring members from Have Heart and Basement, they are known for their emotive blend of hardcore, alternative, and emo, often exploring themes of loss. Notable albums include "Death Is Nothing to Us" (2023), "Between the Richness" (2021), and "Springtime and Blind" (2018). They are recognized for their raw energy and thoughtful lyrics.
Formed in the early nineties, the band Clutch is known for heavy riffs, a diverse underground catalog, and their thirteenth studio album, Sunrise On Slaughter Beach. They release music through their Weathermaker imprint and feature songs like Red Alert.
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 their relentless sound and landmark album Group Sex, the band released six studio albums and appeared in the cult films Decline of Western Civilization and Repo Man.
Formed in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1978, the Exploited are a leading U.K. punk band fronted by Wattie Buchan. Merging street punk, Oi!, hardcore, and later thrash metal, they released notable albums including Punks Not Dead and Troops of Tomorrow.
Spoon is a Texas-made rock band originating from Austin. Fronted by Britt Daniel, the quintet recorded their tenth album, Lucifer on the Sofa, in their hometown for the first time in over a decade, delivering a pure and intense rock and roll record.
Formed in Leuven in 2014, Belgian rock trio Brutus blends post-rock, metal, and hardcore. The band features Stefanie Mannaerts, Peter Mulders, and Stijn Vanhoegaerden. They have released albums including Burst, Nest, and Unison Life.
Originating from Mexico, the sister trio The Warning features Daniela, Paulina, and Alejandra Villarreal. Known for their hard rock sound and alternative anthems, they released the album ERROR and collaborated on Metallica's Blacklist compilation covering Enter Sandman. They have performed alongside major rock acts like Muse and Foo Fighters.
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 California in 2010, ska alternative rock group Sublime with Rome features Rome Ramirez, Eric Wilson, and Bud Gaugh. Known for hits like Santeria and What I Got, they released albums including Tangerine Skies and their final self-titled record.
Bright Eyes is a band featuring Conor Oberst, Mike Mogis, and Nate Walcott. Known for albums like Five Dice, All Threes, their music balances rogue optimism and pragmatic despair. Their work is released on Dead Oceans, including the EP Kids Table, recorded at Omaha's ARC Studios.
Californian alternative icon Beck rose to fame with his 1994 hit Loser. Known for his fluid style spanning folk, hip-hop, funk, and rock, he won the Grammy for Album of the Year with 2014's Morning Phase and released acclaimed records like Odelay and Sea Change.
Heart Attack Man, from Cleveland, Ohio, delivers riffy, noisy pop-punk, emo, and alternative rock. Formed in 2013, they are known for energetic live shows and introspective, sarcastic lyrics. Their albums include 2023's "Freak of Nature" and 2025's "Joyride The Pale Horse," with singles like "Limb From Limb / Mechanically Separated" appearing.
Sweet Pill released their debut LP Where the Heart Is in 2022. Their sophomore album, Still There’s a Glow, features singer Zayna Youssef and marks the band's first release written entirely as a group.
Formed in Venice, California, in the early 1980s by vocalist Mike Muir, Suicidal Tendencies pioneered skatepunk with vicious hardcore before transitioning to thrash metal. Their self-titled 1983 debut featured the hit institutionalized, helping shape the genre.
Formed in 2009, British band Basement consists of vocalist Andrew Fisher, guitarists Alex Henery and Ronan Crix, bassist Duncan Stewart, and drummer James Fisher. Following time away, the five musicians released the raw and creative album WIRED.
The Aces, an indie-pop band from Provo, Utah, delivers catchy, '80s-inspired alternative pop. Comprised of sisters Cristal and Alisa Ramirez, Katie Henderson, and McKenna Petty, they are known for vibrant sound and polished harmonies. Popular songs include "Stuck," "Daydream," and "Jealous." Their albums include "When My Heart Felt Volcanic," "Under My Influence," "I've Loved You for So Long," and "Gold Star Baby." They have toured with artists like 5 Seconds of Summer.
Spiritual Cramp is a rock and punk band influenced by the Clash, Blitz, and The Modern Lovers. Their sound blends bright guitars and upbeat rhythms with darker vocals. Bingham's lyrics frequently address hatred for the police, government, and status quo.
Sunami is a hardcore punk band from San Jose, California, formed in 2019. Originally a joke band, they gained notoriety for intense live performances. Their beatdown and metallic hardcore style features aggressive vocals, speedy riffs, and anti-authority messages, blending slam metal and thrash. Popular songs include "Weak Die First" and "Contempt of Cop." Their self-titled debut album released in 2023, and they have collaborated with Pain of Truth.
Formed in Southern California in 1991, Face to Face is a melodic punk band led by singer and guitarist Trever Keith. They gained prominence with their 1992 debut album, Don't Turn Away, and its hit track Disconnected. Known for blending fast punk energy with melodic hooks, the group released several albums, including Big Choice and Protection.
Seattle-based Chinese American Bear is a quirky mando-pop/rock duo known for bilingual ear candy and DIY production. Their albums, including "Wah!!!," have garnered praise from outlets like BBC and KEXP and feature on numerous playlists. With retro sounds and fun lyrics, they're recognized for their creative chemistry.
Formed in Nashville by Coco Kinnon, Dan Fuson, and Austin Luther, rock band Winona Fighter debuted their EP Father Figure in 2022. Known for energetic live shows and raw lyricism, they released their debut album My Apologies To The Chef, recorded in Austin's home studio.
Chicago trio Pixel Grip fuses industrial grit with pop sensibility, delivering a sound blending brooding bass and sleek synths. Known for magnetic live shows blurring rave and performance art, the group has toured North America, played Riot Fest, and released their third album, Percepticide.
Formed in Philadelphia in 1983, the Dead Milkmen are punk satirists known for skewering pop culture and indie trends. They earned a cult following and college radio hits like "Bitchin' Camaro" before scoring an MTV hit with 1988's "Punk Rock Girl".
Saxsquatch is a seven-foot-tall electronic music artist and producer from North Carolina with over three million online followers. Known for his viral presence, he has collaborated with John Oates, Billy Ray Cyrus, and WAR, created theme music for Rocket League, and appeared on television shows including Jimmy Fallon.
Poison The Well are a melodic hardcore/metalcore band known for balancing brutality with emotion. Their 1999 debut The Opposite of December… A Season of Separation is widely listed among the most influential metalcore albums.
Formed in Huntington Beach, California, in 1980, the punk band the Vandals are known for their snarky humor, aggressive hooks, and independent releases on Kung Fu Records. Notable albums include Fear of a Punk Planet and Hitler Bad, Vandals Good.
Formed in Chicago in 1999, The Lawrence Arms are a punk trio: Brendan Kelly, Chris McCaughan and Neil Hennessy. Known for pushing their sound’s boundaries, they’ve built a gritty, melodic identity. Their seventh full-length is Skeleton Coast.
Formed in 1993 in a Swedish steel town, The Hives are a rock band known for platinum albums like Veni Vidi Vicious and the hit single Hate to Say I Told You So. Over a decades-long career, they have collaborated with artists including Pharrell and Joshua Homme.
Philadelphia rapper and R&B artist Tierra Whack gained widespread acclaim for her 2018 debut release, Whack World, featuring fifteen one-minute tracks. Her career includes a Grammy nomination for Mumbo Jumbo, EPs like Rap?, Pop?, and R&B?, and the album World Wide Whack.
St. Vincent, the project of Annie Clark, debuted in 2007 with Marry Me. Known for her innovative sound, she won GRAMMYs for her albums St. Vincent and MASSEDUCTION, as well as Daddy's Home. Her seventh album, All Born Screaming, is her first fully self-produced release.
Formed in Goleta, CA in 1990, Lagwagon became an essential band of the 90s SoCal punk era. Led by singer Joey Cape, the group released notable albums on Fat Wreck Chords, including their 1992 debut Duh, Trashed, Hoss, Let's Talk About Feelings, and Railer.
Albany, New York's State Champs, formed in 2010, are pop-punk torchbearers known for energetic anthems, vocal harmonies, and layered guitar riffs. Their albums include "The Finer Things," "Around the World and Back," "Living Proof," "Kings of the New Age," and their self-titled 2024 release. They earned Alternative Press Music Awards and collaborated with Alex Gaskarth and Mark Hoppus.
Dublin’s SPRINTS blend urgent post-punk with raw, compassionate lyrics. Known for hits from their Top 20 debut, they've toured with IDLES, Pixies, and rocked Glastonbury.
Liquid Mike is an American rock band from Marquette, Michigan, formed in 2020 by frontman Mike Maple. Known for their energetic power pop, indie rock, and pop punk sound, they craft catchy, short songs with loud guitars and upbeat tempos. Notable albums include "S/T" (2023), "Paul Bunyan's Slingshot" (2024), and "Hell Is an Airport" (2025). They gained recognition for their prolific output and Midwestern themes.
Originating from Germany, LORD OF THE LOST is a genre-fluid dark and heavy band blending metal, industrial, glam, rock, and pop. Over 15 years, they achieved major chart success, including the number one album Blood and Glitter, and represented Germany in the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest.
The Dickies, formed in 1977 in L.A.'s San Fernando Valley, are a pioneering punk band known for their humorous style and lively performances. They achieved fame with hits like "Banana Splits" and "You Drive Me Ape (You Big Gorilla)." Their quirky covers and original tracks merged punk-pop and L.A. hardcore influences. Despite lineup shifts and hiatuses, founding members Leonard Graves Phillips and Stan Lee kept the band going. Influential in punk circles, they inspired bands like Green Day and The Offspring. Notable collaborations include a 2019 single with Monkey from The Adicts.
Formed in Manchester in 1976 by Pete Shelley and Howard Devoto, influential punk rock band Buzzcocks combined biting lyrics with hooky melodies. They released the pioneering D.I.Y. EP Spiral Scratch in 1977 and classic albums like Another Music in a Different Kitchen.
Cursive, hailing from Omaha, has spent 30 years creating intense and ambitious music. Known for their cathartic sound and weighty themes, they explore complex societal issues. Their latest album, Devourer, showcases their enduring influence with incisive tracks like “Consumers.” Cursive remains vital, daring, and continually pushes creative boundaries.
Born in San Luis Potosí, Tornillo is a rising Mexican rap star known for hits like "Morena" and collaborations with Santa Fe Klan, Peso Pluma, and Natanael Cano.
Atlanta metal band Mastodon formed in 1999. Known for a progressive blend of sludge/stoner, hardcore and metalcore, they broke through with 2004’s Leviathan. 2017’s Emperor of Sand earned a Grammy-nominated album and “Sultan’s Curse” won Best Metal Performance.
Canadian rock band Sum 41, formed in Ajax, Ontario, mixes pop-punk with metal. Known for hits like "Fat Lip" and "In Too Deep," they've won a Juno Award. Their sound evolved over decades, culminating in the acclaimed albums "Chuck," "13 Voices," and "Order in Decline."
L.S. Dunes debuted live at Chicago’s Riot Fest in 2022 and released their debut album Past Lives that year. They later released their second full-length, Violet, produced by Grammy-nominated Will Yip, featuring songs like “Machines” and “Paper Tigers.”
Brooklyn-based musician Jhariah broke out with “Flight Of The Crows” from the 2021 EP ENTER: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO FAKING YOUR DEATH, which has 20 million Spotify plays. His LP TRUST CEREMONY fuses dance-punk, emo, prog, hardcore, pop, hip-hop, and Latin dance.
Alabama-born Waxahatchee (Katie Crutchfield) makes alt-country/lo‑fi folk with poetic Southern lilt; six acclaimed albums, known for honest voice and powerhouse songwriting.
Rob Zombie rose to fame in multi-platinum band White Zombie and later as a solo artist. Known for his Hellbilly sound, he earned multi-platinum/gold albums including Hellbilly Deluxe, The Sinister Urge and Educated Horses. Lunar Injection Kool Aid (2021) hit #9 Billboard 200.
Santa Cruz, California street punk band Swingin' Utters formed in the late 1980s, later relocating to San Francisco. Their 1995 album The Streets of San Francisco won Best Debut Album at the Bay Area Music Awards; they signed to Fat Wreck Chords.
St. Paul, MN punk group Dillinger Four formed in 1994. Signed to Hopeless for Midwestern Songs of the Americas (1998) and released Situationist Comedy (2002) on Fat Wreck. Toured worldwide, including Japan with Green Day; live album First Avenue Live (2005).
Oliver Tree is an internet-based vocalist, producer, writer, director, and performance artist from Santa Cruz, California, blending pop and alternative. His multimedia live shows mix comedy, action sports, mock reality TV drama, and WWF wrestling.
Orange County alt-rock band with piano-driven, polished emo-pop; signed to Drive-Thru/MCA. Albums: "Audioboxer", "Leaving Through the Window", "North". Toured with Yellowcard; opened for Sugar Ray & Better Than Ezra. Fronted by Andrew McMahon (later Jack’s Mannequin; Top 40).
Beach Bunny is an indie rock band led by vocalist/guitarist and songwriter Lili Trifilio. On 2025’s Tunnel Vision, they return to urgent, guitar-based indie rock with pop melodies, spanning ’90s-inspired fuzz, punk-pop, and anthem-ready hooks.
Sir Chloe, an American indie rock project led by Dana Foote, formed in Bennington, Vermont. Known for blending alternative rock, grunge, and pop with theatrical influences, they gained fame with "Michelle." Popular songs include "Animal" and "Too Close." Albums include "Party Favors" (2020), "I Am the Dog" (2023), and "Swallow the Knife" (2025). They are recognized for intense live performances and and have toured extensively.
Pennywise is a punk rock/hardcore band from Hermosa Beach, CA, known for fast-paced anthems like “Bro Hymn,” “Fuck Authority,” and “Same Old Story.” The lineup includes Jim Lindberg, Fletcher Dragge, Byron McMackin, and Randy Bradbury.
Chicago-based band signed with Pure Noise Records, released "Imposter Syndrome" and viral TikTok hit "Barricades." Known for exploring themes of doubt and disbelief in their 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).
Sydney metalcore band Polaris blend melodic ferocity with post-rock/electronic touches; known for “Nightmare,” “The Crossfire” & ARIA-nominated album "The Death of Me".
Formed in 1989 by Stockton, California friends Stephen Malkmus and Scott Kannberg, Pavement became a defining ’90s American indie rock band. Their 1992 debut Slanted & Enchanted broke through, while “Cut Your Hair” was their lone modern rock hit.
Riot Fest, established in Chicago in 2005, is a dynamic music festival. It features a diverse range of genres including punk, rock, alternative, metal, and hip-hop. The festival is renowned for booking band reunions, guest performances, and full album plays, all within a lively carnival atmosphere that includes rides and games. It fosters a strong sense of community among attendees.
Doom Scroll is an acoustic punk band formed by Elliot Lozier and Taylor Dittman with Micah Butler, Jon Pizarro, and Marissa Sendejas (CLDS, Days N Daze). They released debut album Immoral Compass, mixing aggressive, melodic punk/crust wave with harmonies.
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.
Canadian punk pioneers D.O.A., led by Burnaby’s Joe "Joey Shithead" Keithley, blend hardcore punk with political lyrics. Known for hits like "Disco Sucks," they've influenced punk and metal scenes, collaborated with Jello Biafra and Randy Bachman, and earned respect as fierce activists and tour veterans since 1978.
The Armed, a Detroit collective formed in 2009, blends hardcore punk, metalcore, and experimental rock. Known for their enigmatic, collaborative nature and intense, genre-bending sound, they've garnered acclaim for albums like "Ultrapop" and "Perfect Saviors". Their discography includes "The Future Is Here and Everything Needs to Be Destroyed" and popular songs like "Night City Aliens". They feature notable collaborators like Iggy Pop and Kurt Ballou.
Dr. Dog, co-fronted by Scott McMicken, fuses 60s pop and 70s rock. They've hit the Top 50, wowed on TV, toured with The Black Keys, and sold out shows globally.
Long Island hip-hop group formed in 1985 by Chuck D. Known for Bomb Squad’s dense production and politically charged classics It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back and Fear of a Black Planet, with hits like Fight the Power and 911 Is a Joke. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013.
Princess Goes, formed by Michael C. Hall, Matt Katz-Bohen & Peter Yanowitz, crafts unique music blending mystical & danceable elements. Known for hits like "Take Me Home," they've received critical acclaim and have a dedicated fan base.
