The Dickies and Angry Samoans

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 1978 in Van Nuys, CA, the Angry Samoans, founded by "Metal" Mike Saunders and Gregg Turner, are known for their satirical punk style. Their notable works include "Get Off the Air," while albums like "Back from Samoa" highlighted their thrashy sound. After lineup changes, they disbanded in 1988 but reformed in the '90s, remaining a punk influence with infrequent performances.