Filter with The Union Underground and Smile Empty Soul

The Union Underground, known for their nu-metal style, gained fame with their 2000 debut "Education in Rebellion." Hits like "Turn Me On 'Mr. Deadman'" and "Across the Nation" charted well, while touring with Ozzfest in 2001 boosted their profile.

Filter, formed by Richard Patrick, ex-NIN member, blends hard rock and electronic-leaning industrial sounds. Known for '90s hits like "Hey Man, Nice Shot" and "Take a Picture," the band achieved success with platinum albums "Short Bus" and "Title of Record." Collaborated with The Crystal Method and appeared on iconic soundtracks. Filter's sound evolved, marked by albums like "The Amalgamut" and "The Sun Comes Out Tonight." Despite lineup changes, Patrick remains the creative force, with recent work including 2023's "The Algorithm."

Smile Empty Soul, a Los Angeles-based hard rock band, known for their authentic style, rose to fame with their 2003 debut album, earning a gold record. Despite label issues, they've consistently toured and released music on indie labels, solidifying their status as an iconic underground rock group.