Good Riddance is a straight-edge hardcore punk band from Santa Cruz, CA. Led by vocalist Russ Rankin, the band's longtime lineup included guitarist Luke Pabich, bassist Chuck Platt, and drummer Sean "SC" Sellers. Although it was formed in 1986 by ex-Fury 66 member Rankin as a voice for his political frustrations and protests, the band did not... [+] Read More

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This trio began in Boston in 1996. Originally rehearsing and performing throughout the Northeast and New England area, the band grew a small but loyal following with an energetic live show and impressive musicianship. With influences such as Smashing Pumpkins, Faith No More and Bad Religion, Junction 18 performed on the Vans Warped Tour. There... [+] Read More

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Formed in 1996, in Coral Springs, FL, Keepsake joined together the efforts of a five-piece crew, lead by Shane Halpern (vocals, guitars) and aided by Rob Yapkowitz (guitar), Jesse Kirz (drums), Paul Geller (guitar), and Trevor Short (bass). Inspired by the sound of bands like Green Day or Weezer, the quintet endured by offering its own vision of... [+] Read More

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Former Bigwig members Max Béchard and Jeremy Hernandez planted the seed that would soon become the punk band Near Miss when they recorded a four-song demo in summer 2001. Bassist Mychael Bingham and guitarist Sean Cockrell joined the duo a few weeks later, and the Austin, TX, band reached fruition, releasing their debut album, The Gentle Art of... [+] Read More

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Coral Springs, FL, punk-pop band A New Found Glory formed in the summer of 1997, comprising vocalist Jordan Pundik, guitarists Chad Gilbert (ex-Shai Hulud vocalist) and Steve Klein, bassist Ian Grushka, and drummer Joe Moreno. Longtime drummer Cyrus Bolooki replaced Moreno following their initial EP's release. Renowned for their energetic live... [+] Read More

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Born in the suburbs of Chicago, lead singer Tom Higgenson was originally fascinated with the drums, performing in various pop and rock bands in high school. One of these groups was Harvey's Daughter, where he met bass player Ken Fletcher. The group disbanded but another was re-formed, with Higgenson taking over lead duties as songwriter and... [+] Read More

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The Rancho Cucamonga, CA, pop-punk quartet Rufio is comprised of members Scott Sellers (guitar, vocals), Jon Berry (bass, vocals), Clark Domae (lead guitar), and Mike Jimenez (drums). Musically comparable to such early 21st century chart-toppers as blink-182 and Sum 41, Rufio issued their debut recording in 2001 on the Revelation Records label,... [+] Read More

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Southern California punkers Strung Out were formed in 1992, with a lineup featuring vocalist Jason Cruz, guitarists Jake Kiley and Rob Ramos, bassist Chris Aiken, and drummer Jordan Burns. The quintet signed with NOFX bassist Fat Mike's Fat Wreck Chords label in 1993, and issued its debut album, Another Day in Paradise, the following year. The... [+] Read More

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Soul-baring post-hardcore quartet Thursday formed in New Brunswick, NJ, in 1997. Led by vocalist Geoff Rickly, the band also included guitarists Steve Pedulla and Tom Keeley, bassist Tim Payne, and drummer Tucker Rule. After releasing their debut, Waiting, in 1999 (through N.Y.-based indie Eyeball), the band signed to Chicago's influential... [+] Read More

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