Formed in Dunfermline in 1977, Scottish art-punk band Skids are known for anthemic guitar riffs and hits like Into the Valley. Featuring vocalist Richard Jobson and late guitarist Stuart Adamson, the group released notable albums including Scared to Dance and Burning Cities.
Formed in 1976 by Charlie Harper, the U.K. Subs became a key second-wave punk band known for their stripped-down, anthemic sound. Their 1979 debut Another Kind of Blues and 1980s albums like Brand New Age and Crash Course achieved British chart success.
Formed in Royal Tunbridge Wells, England in 1979, the Anti-Nowhere League is a provocative UK punk band. Led by frontman Animal, they gained notoriety with their 1981 debut single Streets of London and its infamous B-side So What, which police confiscated for obscenity. Their charting 1982 debut album We Are...The League cemented their legacy, while Metallica later famously covered So What.
The Business, an 8-piece ensemble from Western North Carolina, masterfully delivers authentic R&B, soul, and dance music. With dual lead vocalists and commanding horns, they are celebrated for sophisticated jazz arrangements and high-energy performances. Their versatile repertoire includes Motown classics, soul standards, and contemporary hits, showcasing exceptional musicianship.
Hailing from Birmingham, England, street punk pioneers G.B.H. formed in 1978. Known for blending punk with heavy metal, they influenced bands like Metallica and Rancid. They debuted with their 1981 EP and released albums including City Baby Attacked by Rats.
Bar Stool Preachers released their debut album, Blatant Propaganda, in 2016. They followed it with their second album, Grazie Governo, in 2018. Known for their explosive live shows, the band has toured the UK, Europe, and North America.
Formed around three Cowan brothers, the Outcasts were a premier Northern Ireland punk band. Known for their twin drummers and heavy rhythms, they released the single Magnum Force with support from John Peel, followed by a solid debut album.
Formed in 2002, Random Hand is a ska-punk band from the North of England mixing punk, ska, and metal. Known for relentless touring and major festival appearances, their albums include Change of Plan, Inhale/Exhale, Seething Is Believing, Hit Reset, and Random Hand.
Riskee & The Ridicule are a UK grime-punk band known for relentless energy, political attacks, and global tours. Active for over a decade, the five-piece powerhouse has released acclaimed albums including Dawn Of The Dog, Blame Culture, and Platinum Statue.
Originating from Croydon, South London, punk rock band Wonk Unit formed around 2005. Known for their DIY ethos and cult T-shirt range, they curate their own festival, Wonkfest, and released their ninth studio album, Good Good, Glad To Hear It, in late 2024.
Hailing from Yorkshire, Shanghai Treason delivers an explosive blend of Celtic punk and folk-rock dubbed Northern banjo punk. Renowned for frantic gigs, the band pairs banjo riffs with heavy punk anthems across albums like Sonder and tracks like Devil's Basement and Wildfire.
Southern California ska band Bite Me Bambi blends British 2 Tone and 3rd wave ska. Featuring members from bands like My Superhero, Save Ferris, and Starpool, the group delivers energetic performances with pedigree musicianship.