Jimmy Eat World, from Mesa, Arizona (formed in 1993), rocketed to fame with 2001's "Bleed American" and hit "The Middle." Known for their emo roots and alternative style, they've become genre influencers and have released landmark albums including "Clarity." Collaborated with producers like Mark Trombino and Butch Vig.
Formed in 1997 by Minneapolis natives, punk-pop band Motion City Soundtrack gained popularity with hits produced by Mark Hoppus. Known for albums like "I Am the Movie" and "Even If It Kills Me," their music features collaborations with Blink-182 and tours with ok Go and Warped Tour.
Knocked Loose, from Oldham County, KY, focuses on hardcore punk. Known for intense tours since 2014, they recorded a concept album in 2020 during quarantine.
From Long Island, Incendiary blends metallic riffs with hardcore energy, known for albums like "Thousand Mile Stare." Influenced by East Coast bands, their music is likened to a heavier Rage Against The Machine. Produced by Will Putney, they are celebrated for their raw, community-focused ethos.
Born in NJ, Folly combines hardcore, metal, punk, and ska. Known for vibrant shows and hits like "Contrite", they've played with Bad Religion, Converge, etc.
Wheatus, known for "Teenage Dirtbag," celebrates their debut album's 20th anniversary with a re-release and world tour. Collaborated with Mike Doughty; famous for energetic live shows and a unique style.
Formed in 1999 in Huntington Beach, CA, Avenged Sevenfold (A7X) leads modern hard rock with over 2 billion streams and 10 million records sold. Known for their intense, melodic style, they've topped Billboard charts with hits, constantly evolving in the New Wave Of American Heavy Metal.
Philadelphia rock band Mannequin Pussy, known for cathartic tunes about tough times, blends punk and pop. Hits include "Patience." Famous for their intense energy and rallying music, they collaborate mainly within their band featuring Colins Regisford, Kaleen Reading, Maxine Steen, and Marisa Dabice.
Formed from Kyuss remains, Queens of the Stone Age became 21st century heavy rock leaders. Known for "Rated R" and "Songs for the Deaf," featuring Dave Grohl. Hit #1 with “…Like Clockwork.” Collaborated with Mark Ronson, Elton John.
Kentucky's Black Stone Cherry, known for emotive pop-rock and headbanging riffs, excels with their album "Screamin’ At The Sky." Self-produced, recorded in a classic theater, it's their most thrilling yet.
Emerging star in the industrial metal genre, known for innovative style & deep themes of rebirth and internal transformation. Celebrated for poignant, transformative music.
Toronto punk band PUP, known for furious, anthemic songs, recorded their 4th album at Peter Katis' mansion, featuring collaborations with members from Illuminati Hotties, NOBRO, Casper Skulls, and Remo Drive.
Jeff Rosenstock, known for chaotic music, named his 2023 album HELLMODE. Collaborates with Jack Shirley & records at EastWest Studios. He's an ex-member of bands and Craig of the Creek scorer.
Thursday, formed in New Brunswick, NJ in 1997, led the post-hardcore scene. Known for hits like "Understanding in a Car Crash," they collaborated with producer Dave Fridmann and toured extensively. Achieved Billboard 200 success and joined major labels like Island Records and Epitaph.
LA-based Zulu, formed by Anaiah Rasheed, merges hardcore & powerviolence. Known for EPs & debut album via Flatspot Records. Collaborated with Zach Tuch, explores diverse influences.
Formed in Pennsylvania, the punk-pop band the Starting Line is renowned for hits like "Best of Me." They soared on Drive-Thru Records, shined on Warped Tours, and achieved notable MTV2 success.
Coheed and Cambria, known for blending genres from indie to metal, gained fame with their concept albums like "The Amory Wars." Famous for intense live shows and grand, operatic rock akin to Queen, their music includes notable hits and dynamic collaborations.
Rock luminaries Frank Iero, Travis Stever, Anthony Green, Tim Payne, and Tucker Rule form L.S. DUNES, delivering intense, super-charged anthems in a unique punk style with 'Past Lives.'
The Linda Lindas, an LA-based garage punk band, gained fame with "Racist, Sexist Boy." Known for energetic tunes and significant collaborations, they have opened for icons like Bikini Kill and featured in Amy Poehler's movie, Moxie.
Originating from the pop-punk scene, blink-182, known for energetic, humorous tracks, rose to fame with "Enema of the State." Famous lineup: Hoppus, DeLonge, Barker. Hits include albums like "California" & "Neighborhoods," achieving numerous chart-toppers. DeLonge returned in 2023.
Badflower, formed in LA and now Nashville-based, excels in alternative rock with hits like "Ghost" (Gold-certified, iHeartRadio Rock Song of the Year). Known for intense live performances and collaborations with bands like Soundgarden. Over 100M streams globally.
Beach Weather, founded by Nick Santino in Massachusetts, creates soulful indie pop. Known for "Sex, Drugs, Etc." from the 2016 Chit Chat EP, they toured with The Maine and Sleeping With Sirens.
Belgian band Brutus, formed in Leuven in 2013 by Stefanie, Stijn, and Peter, blends post-rock, metal, and hardcore punk. Famous for their unique sound and the debut album BURST. Their music features intense vocals and dynamic instrumentals.
Chicago-based Born of Osiris, a pioneer in mixing technical death metal & metalcore, evolved from deathcore roots. Known for hits like "Tomorrow We Die Alive," they've topped U.S. charts & shifted styles significantly. Early music signed under Sumerian Records, frequent style shifts mark their progression.
IDLES, known for vibrant punk music, released their impactful fifth album "TANGK" — symbolizing love and gratitude. The band is celebrated for blending raw sound with themes of joy and resistance.
Soul Glo, formed in 2016, gained fame with their album Diaspora Problems. Known for intense DIY ethos, they collaborated with bassist GG and engineer Evan Bernard. Icons in their genre, they signed with Epitaph Records.
Oxymorrons from NYC blend rock and hip-hop, best known for hits like “Enemy”. Celebrated for defying genre norms, they've gained acclaim from Guitar World and BBC Radio 1, and toured with Bad Omens and nothing, nowhere.
Beach Bunny’s Lili Trifilio shines in "Honeymoon," blending bedroom pop into anthemic rock with hits like "Dream Boy" & "Ms. California." Recorded in Chicago, her band evolved from 2015 solo project.
New Jersey indie rockers the Front Bottoms, known for witty, eclectic pop-punk, found success with albums like "Going Grey" and "In Sickness & In Flames." Achievements include touring with blink-182 and playing Coachella.
