Punk Music: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Punk History
If you've made it here, you're obviously interested in the history of punk music. Who wouldn't be?
Due to its major players, punk is an interesting cultural movement that peaked once in the late '70s and early '80s, and appears to be peaking again. Now is an exciting time for punk music, and it's easiest to figure out what's going on when you know what's already happened.
2012 Vans Warped Tour
A listing of the lineup of bands appearing on the 2012 Vans Warped Tour as it's announced.
A listing of the lineup of bands appearing on the 2012 Vans Warped Tour as it's announced.
Punk Rock Love Songs
For Valentine's Day, or any other day of the year, here are 10 punk rock love songs to put together a play list for the one you love.
For Valentine's Day, or any other day of the year, here are 10 punk rock love songs to put together a play list for the one you love.
Celtic Punk Bands
Whether or not you're Irish, you're bound to get into the infectious sounds of Celtic Punk. Old favorites like the the Pogues as well as more recent bands like Flogging Molly are going strong, bringing Irish-influenced punk rock to the entire world.
Whether or not you're Irish, you're bound to get into the infectious sounds of Celtic Punk. Old favorites like the the Pogues as well as more recent bands like Flogging Molly are going strong, bringing Irish-influenced punk rock to the entire world.
Subgenres
Following its beginnings, punk rock quickly split into a multitude of subgenres. Each would have a strong following and distinctive sound.
Following its beginnings, punk rock quickly split into a multitude of subgenres. Each would have a strong following and distinctive sound.
A Punk History Timeline
In the annals of punk history, there have been events, and then there have been EVENTS. Here's a brief timeline outlining some of the most important events - the kind that would shape the face of music.
In the annals of punk history, there have been events, and then there have been EVENTS. Here's a brief timeline outlining some of the most important events - the kind that would shape the face of music.
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup
A listing of the complete lineup for the 2011 Vans Warped Tour, updated throughout the year.
A listing of the complete lineup for the 2011 Vans Warped Tour, updated throughout the year.
Political Punk Bands
Punk rock and politics have never been strangers. Here are the names in political punk rock that you should know.
Punk rock and politics have never been strangers. Here are the names in political punk rock that you should know.
Essential Hardcore Albums
Here are 10 albums no self-respecting hardcore fan should be without.
Here are 10 albums no self-respecting hardcore fan should be without.
Essential punk albums
If you really want to know about punk, you need to know the fundamentals. This list of 20 is a good place to start.
If you really want to know about punk, you need to know the fundamentals. This list of 20 is a good place to start.
20 Best Punk Albums, 2000-2009
A listing of the 20 best punk albums of the past decade, spanning 2000-2009
A listing of the 20 best punk albums of the past decade, spanning 2000-2009
Tim McIlrath Interview
Tim McIlrath of Rise Against discusses the band's new album, and his feelings on political activism and the face of politics in punk rock today.
Tim McIlrath of Rise Against discusses the band's new album, and his feelings on political activism and the face of politics in punk rock today.
Warped Tour Essentials
If you've never been to the Warped Tour before, you may not have realized it won't be like any other concert you've been to. There's a definite list of essentials you'll want to take with you in order to have the most fun.
If you've never been to the Warped Tour before, you may not have realized it won't be like any other concert you've been to. There's a definite list of essentials you'll want to take with you in order to have the most fun.
Warped Tour 2010 Lineup
A listing of the lineup for the 2010 Vans Warped Tour as its released.
A listing of the lineup for the 2010 Vans Warped Tour as its released.
Worst Concert Tragedies
Nobody goes to a concert expecting tragedy, but over the years, deaths have happened at concerts. Here are some of the worst.
Nobody goes to a concert expecting tragedy, but over the years, deaths have happened at concerts. Here are some of the worst.
Warped Tour 2009 Lineup
A listing of the lineup for the 2009 Vans Warped Tour as its released, with the dates the bands will be playing.
A listing of the lineup for the 2009 Vans Warped Tour as its released, with the dates the bands will be playing.
2012 Vans Warped Tour Dates
All the dates for the 2012 Vans Warped Tour, with lineups as they're announced.
All the dates for the 2012 Vans Warped Tour, with lineups as they're announced.
Hardcore Punk
A brief description of hardcore punk, and the beginnings of the hardcore punk scene.
A brief description of hardcore punk, and the beginnings of the hardcore punk scene.
The Sex Pistols
Although they were around for a relatively short time, no other punk band generated more press, or created a bigger uproar, then the Sex Pistols. In their brief existence, they created the trademark punk rock sound and image.
Although they were around for a relatively short time, no other punk band generated more press, or created a bigger uproar, then the Sex Pistols. In their brief existence, they created the trademark punk rock sound and image.
Rise Against
Chicago hardcore band Rise Against is dark and intense, both musically and politically.
Chicago hardcore band Rise Against is dark and intense, both musically and politically.
Post-Hardcore
A definition of post-hardcore that does little to define it all.
A definition of post-hardcore that does little to define it all.
Vans Warped Tour 2010 Lineup
A Listing the bands that will be at every date of the 2010 Vans Warped Tour.
A Listing the bands that will be at every date of the 2010 Vans Warped Tour.
Ukulele - Instrument of the Next Wave of Punk?
Is the ukulele the voice of the next punk generation?
Is the ukulele the voice of the next punk generation?
Classic Punk Rock Video Clips
YouTube is one of the best places for perusing video records of punk's history. Here are some of our favorite and least favorite video clips.
YouTube is one of the best places for perusing video records of punk's history. Here are some of our favorite and least favorite video clips.
Straight Edge
A movement spawned within the hardcore scene in the '80s, followers of the straight edge movement have made a commitment to abstain from using drugs, alcohol and tobacco products.
A movement spawned within the hardcore scene in the '80s, followers of the straight edge movement have made a commitment to abstain from using drugs, alcohol and tobacco products.
Best Punk Albums of 2011
2011 was a good year for punk rock. Here are my favorites.
2011 was a good year for punk rock. Here are my favorites.
FSU - Friends Stand United
With the arrest of Elgin Nathan James, the leader of FSU, for extortion, FSU is making news again. You might be wondering who FSU is, what FSU stands for, or where FSU came from. Here is a brief profile of Friends Stand United.
With the arrest of Elgin Nathan James, the leader of FSU, for extortion, FSU is making news again. You might be wondering who FSU is, what FSU stands for, or where FSU came from. Here is a brief profile of Friends Stand United.
2011 Vans Warped Tour Dates
All the dates for the 2011 Vans Warped Tour, with links to lineups.
All the dates for the 2011 Vans Warped Tour, with links to lineups.
Best Punk Albums of 2010
A listing of the punk albums that were ahead of the rest for 2010.
A listing of the punk albums that were ahead of the rest for 2010.
Best Punk Albums of 2009
2009 was a good year for hardcore, street and punk in general. Here's a list of the best punk albums of 2009.
2009 was a good year for hardcore, street and punk in general. Here's a list of the best punk albums of 2009.
Tom Gabel of Against Me!
Tom Gabel of Against Me! on White Crosses, growing up and being a teenage anarchist.
Tom Gabel of Against Me! on White Crosses, growing up and being a teenage anarchist.
Punk Rock Holiday Songs
If you're getting ready to celebrate the holidays, here are 10 songs to make the season bright.
If you're getting ready to celebrate the holidays, here are 10 songs to make the season bright.
Punk Rock Presents
Here's a list of great gift ideas for anyone on your list who's into punk rock, and also a great list of ideas of things to ask for.
Here's a list of great gift ideas for anyone on your list who's into punk rock, and also a great list of ideas of things to ask for.
Metallica
Photos of the music and madness that was SXSW 2009.
Photos of the music and madness that was SXSW 2009.
My Mother Wears Combat Boots
With My Mother Wears Combat Boots, Citizen Fish's Jessica Mills has truly created a parenting guide for the rest of us.
With My Mother Wears Combat Boots, Citizen Fish's Jessica Mills has truly created a parenting guide for the rest of us.
Punk Aid - Aceh Calling
On Aceh Calling, bands worldwide have come together to show support for and to help the punks in Aceh.
On Aceh Calling, bands worldwide have come together to show support for and to help the punks in Aceh.
Punk: The Whole Story
Depending on what your gauge is, punk's age changes. But if you're gauging it off of the Pistols, Clash and Ramones, it's 30 this month, and here's DK's birthday present.
Depending on what your gauge is, punk's age changes. But if you're gauging it off of the Pistols, Clash and Ramones, it's 30 this month, and here's DK's birthday present.
The Ramones
While the Sex Pistols and the Clash were defining British punk, the Ramones were creating the American punk sound in two-minutes bursts.
While the Sex Pistols and the Clash were defining British punk, the Ramones were creating the American punk sound in two-minutes bursts.
Enter Shikari - A Flash Flood Of Colour
Enter Shikari, one of the most exciting bands running right now, merges hardcore, elcetronica and dubstep on A Flash Flood Of Colour.
Enter Shikari, one of the most exciting bands running right now, merges hardcore, elcetronica and dubstep on A Flash Flood Of Colour.
Against Me!
Against Me! live at the 2008 Vans Warped Tour
Against Me! live at the 2008 Vans Warped Tour
The Vans Warped Tour
Since 1995, The Vans Warped Tour has been bringing punk rock and extreme sports to a parking lot near you.
Since 1995, The Vans Warped Tour has been bringing punk rock and extreme sports to a parking lot near you.
Alesana
It wouldn't be a Warped Tour without some screamo - this bit of screaming is being brought to you by Alesana.
It wouldn't be a Warped Tour without some screamo - this bit of screaming is being brought to you by Alesana.
Punk Books
Because punk music managed to develop a rich history in a relatively short period of time, there are many books devoted to the topic. Here are a few recommendations.
Because punk music managed to develop a rich history in a relatively short period of time, there are many books devoted to the topic. Here are a few recommendations.
Horrific Punk Albums
Whether you're putting together a soundtrack for a Halloween party or simply listening to music on your way to a horror flick, here are some great recommendations for those of us who like our punk rock with a dash of the horrific.
Whether you're putting together a soundtrack for a Halloween party or simply listening to music on your way to a horror flick, here are some great recommendations for those of us who like our punk rock with a dash of the horrific.
The Runaways
A profile and brief bio of the all-girl rock band the Runaways, often called the first Riot Grrrl band.
A profile and brief bio of the all-girl rock band the Runaways, often called the first Riot Grrrl band.
Black Flag
Raw, powerful and dark, Black Flag is considered by many to be both the first hardcore punk rock band and one of the most influential punk bands in the states.
Raw, powerful and dark, Black Flag is considered by many to be both the first hardcore punk rock band and one of the most influential punk bands in the states.
Chicago Riot Fest 2011 Lineup
Chicago Riot Fest 2011 Lineup
Chicago Riot Fest 2011 Lineup
Best Punk Albums for Kids
Here's a list of albums for your punk friends who have little ones at home.
Here's a list of albums for your punk friends who have little ones at home.
Riot Grrrl
Riot Grrrl was about politics as much as it was about music.
Riot Grrrl was about politics as much as it was about music.
Punk Bands to Watch at SXSW 2011
While there will be shortage of stuff to see at SXSW 2011, here are some of our top picks.
While there will be shortage of stuff to see at SXSW 2011, here are some of our top picks.
GBH - 'Perfume and Piss'
For almost 30 years, Charged GBH has been creating and defining the street punk sound. Perfume and Piss shows that GBH is still going.
For almost 30 years, Charged GBH has been creating and defining the street punk sound. Perfume and Piss shows that GBH is still going.
Flogging Molly Green 17 Tour Photos
Photos from Flogging Molly's 2010 Set in their Annual Green 17 Tour
Photos from Flogging Molly's 2010 Set in their Annual Green 17 Tour
Dropkick Murphys
Following in the footsteps of the Pogues, the Dropkick Murphys take traditional Irish music and mix it up with punk, Oi! and hardcore.
Following in the footsteps of the Pogues, the Dropkick Murphys take traditional Irish music and mix it up with punk, Oi! and hardcore.
L.A.'s Punk Pioneers
Although it got less attention than the scene in New York, the California punk scene of the late '70s and early '80s, specifically in L.A., was creating punk music that would be as influential and good as its East Coast cohorts. Here are 10 early songs you should know by heart.
Although it got less attention than the scene in New York, the California punk scene of the late '70s and early '80s, specifically in L.A., was creating punk music that would be as influential and good as its East Coast cohorts. Here are 10 early songs you should know by heart.
Ari Up of the Slits
A gallery of never before released photos of Ari Up from the Slits, taken in Detroit during their 2006 tour.
A gallery of never before released photos of Ari Up from the Slits, taken in Detroit during their 2006 tour.
Mest
A profile of Mest and its frontman Tony Lovato, the band identified as the victims of the alleged FSU extortion case.
A profile of Mest and its frontman Tony Lovato, the band identified as the victims of the alleged FSU extortion case.
Birds In Row - Collected
One of the biggest secrets in France, Birds In Row are going to be your new favorite hardcore band.
One of the biggest secrets in France, Birds In Row are going to be your new favorite hardcore band.
Green Day
One of the bands credited with the resurgence in popularity of punk rock in the states, Green Day is one of the most popular and commercially successful punk bands in U.S. Over the course of their career, Green Day has captured three Grammys, and Green Day has sold over 65 million records.
One of the bands credited with the resurgence in popularity of punk rock in the states, Green Day is one of the most popular and commercially successful punk bands in U.S. Over the course of their career, Green Day has captured three Grammys, and Green Day has sold over 65 million records.
New York's Punk Pioneers
On the tail end of the Stooges and the MC5 in Detroit, New York punk was beginning. The advent of clubs like CBGB were giving bands a place to play, and New York was ripe for punk to explode. Here are 10 songs from New York's punk pioneers that create a historical document and a great mix tape.
On the tail end of the Stooges and the MC5 in Detroit, New York punk was beginning. The advent of clubs like CBGB were giving bands a place to play, and New York was ripe for punk to explode. Here are 10 songs from New York's punk pioneers that create a historical document and a great mix tape.
Punk Band Tour Dates
A listing of links to the tour dates of punk bands currently on tour.
A listing of links to the tour dates of punk bands currently on tour.
Gutter Punk
A definition of gutter punks, with a look at their history.
A definition of gutter punks, with a look at their history.
Siouxsie and the Banshees
Part of the first wave of British Punk, Siouxsie and the Banshees, also went on to pave the way for the new wave and goth bands that would come later.
Part of the first wave of British Punk, Siouxsie and the Banshees, also went on to pave the way for the new wave and goth bands that would come later.
2009 Vans Warped Tour Dates
The schedule for the 2009 Vans Warped Tour
The schedule for the 2009 Vans Warped Tour
2010 Vans Warped Tour Lineup
A listing of bands booked for various dates throughout the Warped tour.
A listing of bands booked for various dates throughout the Warped tour.
Interview: We The Kings
An Interview with Danny Duncan of We The Kings
An Interview with Danny Duncan of We The Kings
Anti-Flag at the 2009 Vans Warped Tour
Anti-Flag at the 2009 Vans Warped Tour
Anti-Flag at the 2009 Vans Warped Tour
Anti-Flag Live
I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.
I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.
Punk Rock Concept Albums
Green Day may be the most famous punk band to do a concept album with American Idiot and 21st Century Breakdown, but Green Day was neither the first or the best.
Green Day may be the most famous punk band to do a concept album with American Idiot and 21st Century Breakdown, but Green Day was neither the first or the best.
Eugene Hutz
This is an interview with Eugene Hutz of Gogol Bordello. In it, he talks about touring, and the influence behind the Gypsy Punk Revolution.
This is an interview with Eugene Hutz of Gogol Bordello. In it, he talks about touring, and the influence behind the Gypsy Punk Revolution.
Koffin Kats - Our Way and the Highway
On Our Way and the Highway, Detroit's Koffin Kats sing psychobilly road songs.
On Our Way and the Highway, Detroit's Koffin Kats sing psychobilly road songs.
An Interview with Kevin Lyman
The man behind the Warped Tour takes a few minutes out of his never ending business to chat.
The man behind the Warped Tour takes a few minutes out of his never ending business to chat.
TAT at the 2009 Vans Warped Tour
TAT at the 2009 Vans Warped Tour
TAT at the 2009 Vans Warped Tour
The Clash
Formed: London, 1976 Original Lineup: Joe Strummer - guitar, vocals Mick Jones - guitar, vocals Paul
Formed: London, 1976 Original Lineup: Joe Strummer - guitar, vocals Mick Jones - guitar, vocals Paul
Jamie Bissonnette
Punk rock chef Jamie Bissonnette dishes up his background in hardcore.
Punk rock chef Jamie Bissonnette dishes up his background in hardcore.
Two Weeks of Celtic Punk Rock
As we wind our way toward St. Patrick's Day, we have the photos from two weeks worth of Celtic and Irish punk rock.
As we wind our way toward St. Patrick's Day, we have the photos from two weeks worth of Celtic and Irish punk rock.
Paramore
Newcomers to the punk world, Paramore is pop punk's version of a teenage popstar.
Newcomers to the punk world, Paramore is pop punk's version of a teenage popstar.
Ernie Ball Hometown Winners
A listing of the Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands Winners for the 2011 Vans Warped Tour.
A listing of the Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands Winners for the 2011 Vans Warped Tour.
Buzzcocks
Green Day would never have existed without the Buzzcocks. The invented the pop punk sound that many of today's popular punk bands utilize.
Green Day would never have existed without the Buzzcocks. The invented the pop punk sound that many of today's popular punk bands utilize.
Best Punk Albums of 2008
2008 was a good year for hardcore, street and punk in general. Here's a list of the best punk albums of 2008.
2008 was a good year for hardcore, street and punk in general. Here's a list of the best punk albums of 2008.
AFI - 'Crash Love'
On Crash Love, AFI is reexploring who they are as a band, and tackling social and political themes at the same time.
On Crash Love, AFI is reexploring who they are as a band, and tackling social and political themes at the same time.
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Denver
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Denver
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Denver
2010 Vans Warped Tour Dates
2010 Vans Warped Tour Dates
2010 Vans Warped Tour Dates
An Interview with Clara of the pUKEs
With the ukulele becoming the newest sound of punk, we talk to Clara of the pUKEs, a punk uke outfit that's paving the way.
With the ukulele becoming the newest sound of punk, we talk to Clara of the pUKEs, a punk uke outfit that's paving the way.
Flogging Molly
A profile and biography of Flogging Molly, a Celtic punk band from Los Angeles, California.
A profile and biography of Flogging Molly, a Celtic punk band from Los Angeles, California.
Brody Dalle
Brody Dahle of the Distillers and Spinnerette talks about the end of the Distillers and the beginning of her new band Spinnerette. Brody Dalle also talks about being a mother.
Brody Dahle of the Distillers and Spinnerette talks about the end of the Distillers and the beginning of her new band Spinnerette. Brody Dalle also talks about being a mother.
99 Songs of A Revolution
99 Songs of a Revolution is Streetlight Manifesto's first foray into a cover album, and it shows why some songs should (and shouldn't) be covered by ska bands.
99 Songs of a Revolution is Streetlight Manifesto's first foray into a cover album, and it shows why some songs should (and shouldn't) be covered by ska bands.
New York Dolls
Call them proto-punk, call them glam punk or call them punk - the fact remains that the New York Dolls have left an indelible mark on American punk culture.
Call them proto-punk, call them glam punk or call them punk - the fact remains that the New York Dolls have left an indelible mark on American punk culture.
Girl In A Coma - 'Trio B.C.'
On 'Trio B.C.,' Girl in a Coma have proven that they can evolve, making Trio B.C. an even better record than 'Both Before I'm Gone', Girl in A Coma's first release.
On 'Trio B.C.,' Girl in a Coma have proven that they can evolve, making Trio B.C. an even better record than 'Both Before I'm Gone', Girl in A Coma's first release.
Dead Kennedys
One of the founders of political American hardcore, the Dead Kennedys went after Reagan-era economics and commercialism with a vengeance.
One of the founders of political American hardcore, the Dead Kennedys went after Reagan-era economics and commercialism with a vengeance.
Epitaph Records
A history and profile of Epitaph Records, the home of Bad Religion, Rancid, The Offspring, NOFX, Pennywise and the Bouncing Souls.
A history and profile of Epitaph Records, the home of Bad Religion, Rancid, The Offspring, NOFX, Pennywise and the Bouncing Souls.
Rock-It Portable Vibration Speaker System
The Rock-It Portable Vibration Speaker System is a fun little gadget, provided you don't expect too much from it.
The Rock-It Portable Vibration Speaker System is a fun little gadget, provided you don't expect too much from it.
Best Punk Albums of 2007
2007 was a great year for punk rock. It may have turned 30, but it doesn't seem to be slowing down.
2007 was a great year for punk rock. It may have turned 30, but it doesn't seem to be slowing down.
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - San Diego
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - San Diego
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - San Diego
The Vandals
A profile and discography of The Vandals, a punk rock band that has been largely successful despite never having signed to a major label.
A profile and discography of The Vandals, a punk rock band that has been largely successful despite never having signed to a major label.
NOFX
Blatantly political, blatantly sarcastic, blatantly punk rock... that's NOFX.
Blatantly political, blatantly sarcastic, blatantly punk rock... that's NOFX.
2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees
The list of the 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees may be the punkest year for the hall yet, and here's why.
The list of the 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees may be the punkest year for the hall yet, and here's why.
Riot Fest
Riot Fest was founded in 2005, when festival creator Mike Riot simply thought it would be a good idea to create a Chicago punk festival that brought some of his favorite bands to town for a weekend-long show. In subsequent years, it has become one of the nation's biggest punk weekends.
Riot Fest was founded in 2005, when festival creator Mike Riot simply thought it would be a good idea to create a Chicago punk festival that brought some of his favorite bands to town for a weekend-long show. In subsequent years, it has become one of the nation's biggest punk weekends.
The Misfits - Devil's Rain
The current lineup of the Misfits has actually been around longer than the original, but their latest release Devil's Rain holds true to the form of both versions of the band.
The current lineup of the Misfits has actually been around longer than the original, but their latest release Devil's Rain holds true to the form of both versions of the band.
D.O.A. - 'Talk - Action = 0'
The Canadian old school is alvive and well, as is evident from D.O.A.'s Talk - Action = 0
The Canadian old school is alvive and well, as is evident from D.O.A.'s Talk - Action = 0
Osaka Ramones
Shonen Knife celebrates 30 years with a tribute to the Ramones.
Shonen Knife celebrates 30 years with a tribute to the Ramones.
Blood Or Whiskey
A profile and biography of Blood or Whiskey, the Celtic Irish punk band from Leixlip, County Kildare, Republic of Ireland.
A profile and biography of Blood or Whiskey, the Celtic Irish punk band from Leixlip, County Kildare, Republic of Ireland.
The Pogues
Hailing from London, the Pogues are truly the founders of the Celtic punk movement. Blending traditional Irish Folk with politics and punk rock energy, they paved the way for many bands to come.
Hailing from London, the Pogues are truly the founders of the Celtic punk movement. Blending traditional Irish Folk with politics and punk rock energy, they paved the way for many bands to come.
Riot Fest East 2011
The lineup for the first-ever Riot Fest East 2011 in Philadelphia
The lineup for the first-ever Riot Fest East 2011 in Philadelphia
Jim Lindberg - Punk Rock Dad
In Punk Rock Dad, Pennywise frontman Jim Lindberg discusses what it means to be in a band and responsible for raising three little girls.
In Punk Rock Dad, Pennywise frontman Jim Lindberg discusses what it means to be in a band and responsible for raising three little girls.
Less Than Jake: The Shout It Loud Tour 2007
With a lineup that competed with the Warped Tour for exciting live performances, 2007's Shout It Loud Tour brought Reel Big Fish and Less Than Jake to the same stage for some fun, energetic dance-worthy punk rock and ska.
With a lineup that competed with the Warped Tour for exciting live performances, 2007's Shout It Loud Tour brought Reel Big Fish and Less Than Jake to the same stage for some fun, energetic dance-worthy punk rock and ska.
The Briefs
The Briefs are on tour, bringing their old school punk rock on the road. Check out my review of their Detroit show.
The Briefs are on tour, bringing their old school punk rock on the road. Check out my review of their Detroit show.
Best of the 2010 Warped Tour
With all of the bands at the 2010 Vans Warped Tour, it might be hard to decide who to see. We've nailed down our best bets for the 2010 Vans Warped Tour, choosing only from the bands that will be playing the entire tour this year. That way, if you follow our list, you'll get a chance to catch all of the bands on it (you know, provided they're not all playing in the same time slot).
With all of the bands at the 2010 Vans Warped Tour, it might be hard to decide who to see. We've nailed down our best bets for the 2010 Vans Warped Tour, choosing only from the bands that will be playing the entire tour this year. That way, if you follow our list, you'll get a chance to catch all of the bands on it (you know, provided they're not all playing in the same time slot).
Anti-Flag
Intense, energetic and fiercely political, Pittsburgh's Anti-Flag works to be a radical political voice for American punk rock.
Intense, energetic and fiercely political, Pittsburgh's Anti-Flag works to be a radical political voice for American punk rock.
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Cleveland
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Cleveland
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Cleveland
Underneath the Owl
With 'Underneath the Owl,' Riverboat Gamblers have evolved and matured without losing any of the energy that makes their live shows so incredible.
With 'Underneath the Owl,' Riverboat Gamblers have evolved and matured without losing any of the energy that makes their live shows so incredible.
Review: Punk Goes Pop 4
On Punk Goes Pop 4, the band choices are all pop, no punk.
On Punk Goes Pop 4, the band choices are all pop, no punk.
X
No only was X, an influential band in U.S. punk, X is also considered to be an all-around influential band for music in general.
No only was X, an influential band in U.S. punk, X is also considered to be an all-around influential band for music in general.
Essential Releases From Lookout! Records
With the recent news that Lookout! Records is folding, an historic label is dying. This is its legacy.
With the recent news that Lookout! Records is folding, an historic label is dying. This is its legacy.
The Casualties at the 2006 Van's Warped Tour
As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.
As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.
Punk Albums of 2006
There have been a lot of great albums this year, and it was tough to pick out the best. For my picks, I focused on some albums from a handful of subgenres. Some are heavy, some are simply fun, but all of them have maximum replay value. If you got any records this year, these should have been on your list.
There have been a lot of great albums this year, and it was tough to pick out the best. For my picks, I focused on some albums from a handful of subgenres. Some are heavy, some are simply fun, but all of them have maximum replay value. If you got any records this year, these should have been on your list.
The Sufferer And The Witness
The latest from Chicago hardcore rockers is a dark, vaguely political look at what's going on in the world around us.
The latest from Chicago hardcore rockers is a dark, vaguely political look at what's going on in the world around us.
The Living End
The rockabilly band from Ausralia, The Living End has been going strong for well over a decade, and they just continue to get tighter as a band.
The rockabilly band from Ausralia, The Living End has been going strong for well over a decade, and they just continue to get tighter as a band.
Vans Warped Tour Photos
A collection of our favorite Warped Tour memories from recent years.
A collection of our favorite Warped Tour memories from recent years.
brokeNCYDE - Guilty Pleasures
On Guilty Pleasures, crunkcore band brokeNCYDE proves that the worst band in the world can actually get worse.
On Guilty Pleasures, crunkcore band brokeNCYDE proves that the worst band in the world can actually get worse.
Warped Tour 2010 - San Diego
A listing of all of the bands currently scheduled to appear at the Vans Warped Tour on June 24, at Cricket Amphitheatre in San Diego.
A listing of all of the bands currently scheduled to appear at the Vans Warped Tour on June 24, at Cricket Amphitheatre in San Diego.
Interview - Kirk Hammett
Kirk Hammett of Metallica discusses the making of Guitar Hero Metallica.
Kirk Hammett of Metallica discusses the making of Guitar Hero Metallica.
Brats On The Beat
Brats On The Beat is a collection of kid-friendly versions of Ramones songs. Performed by real punk musicians, this should be an essential album in any parent's collection.
Brats On The Beat is a collection of kid-friendly versions of Ramones songs. Performed by real punk musicians, this should be an essential album in any parent's collection.
The 2006 Van's Warped Tour
It was a hot humid day, but the people poured into Comerica Park to see NOFX, Joan Jett and a whole lot more.
It was a hot humid day, but the people poured into Comerica Park to see NOFX, Joan Jett and a whole lot more.
Street Dogs
The Street Dogs self-titled album may be their best yet, loaded with the fist-pumping anthems that make Boston punk and the Street Dogs great.
The Street Dogs self-titled album may be their best yet, loaded with the fist-pumping anthems that make Boston punk and the Street Dogs great.
Girl in a Coma
Girl In A Coma
Girl In A Coma
Nathan Elgin James and FSU
With the arrest of Elgin Nathan James on a federal extortion charge, much of the country is being clued into the existence of FSU, a hardcore punk organization founded by James. As the story unfolds, we're compiling all of the information here.
With the arrest of Elgin Nathan James on a federal extortion charge, much of the country is being clued into the existence of FSU, a hardcore punk organization founded by James. As the story unfolds, we're compiling all of the information here.
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Houston
Here is the lineup for the 2011 Vans Warped Tour date in Houston.
Here is the lineup for the 2011 Vans Warped Tour date in Houston.
The Misfits Fiend Club
Originally active from 1979-1983, the Misfits Fiend Club was an exercise in DIY punk rock that is once again running today.
Originally active from 1979-1983, the Misfits Fiend Club was an exercise in DIY punk rock that is once again running today.
Sean Foreman of 3OH!3
One of the hip-hop acts that made it to Warped Tour this year, Colorado's 3OH!3, a duo consisting of Sean Foreman and Nathaniel Motte, is an act that is catching on, even in the punk scene. Not afraid to make fun of themselves, 3OH!3 is also not afraid to make the punks dance.
One of the hip-hop acts that made it to Warped Tour this year, Colorado's 3OH!3, a duo consisting of Sean Foreman and Nathaniel Motte, is an act that is catching on, even in the punk scene. Not afraid to make fun of themselves, 3OH!3 is also not afraid to make the punks dance.
Nobody Likes You
Mark Spitz has created a book on the band that is in-depth and interesting, with minimal amounts of the fluff that would appeal to Green Day's teenage fans. In doing so, he has created a book that will appeal to many fans of punk in general, even those who don't like what the band has become today.
Mark Spitz has created a book on the band that is in-depth and interesting, with minimal amounts of the fluff that would appeal to Green Day's teenage fans. In doing so, he has created a book that will appeal to many fans of punk in general, even those who don't like what the band has become today.
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup With Dates
A listing of all the bands on the 2011 Vans Warped Tour, with the dates each will be playing.
A listing of all the bands on the 2011 Vans Warped Tour, with the dates each will be playing.
Toxic Shock Syndrome
Toxic Shock Syndrome
Toxic Shock Syndrome
Punk Release Dates
A list of release dates for upcoming punk rock new releases.
A list of release dates for upcoming punk rock new releases.
Indonesian Punks Sent To Rehabilitation Camp
In the conservative Indonesian state of Aceh, 60 young punks have been arrested and sent to rehabilitation camps.
In the conservative Indonesian state of Aceh, 60 young punks have been arrested and sent to rehabilitation camps.
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Detroit
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Detroit
2011 Vans Warped Tour Lineup - Detroit
RIP Mike Kelley
Mike Kelley, founding member of the Detroit noise rock group Destroy All Monsters has been found dead at 57 of an apparent suicide.
Mike Kelley, founding member of the Detroit noise rock group Destroy All Monsters has been found dead at 57 of an apparent suicide.
Celtic Punk
A definition of Celtic Punk, and a listing of some Celtic Punk Bands.
A definition of Celtic Punk, and a listing of some Celtic Punk Bands.
'Appeal To Reason'
Following 2006’s widely successful release, 'The Sufferer & The Witness', Rise Against has released 'Appeal To Reason', a record that proves the band is not content to rest on the laurels of the sound and following they’ve developed.
Following 2006’s widely successful release, 'The Sufferer & The Witness', Rise Against has released 'Appeal To Reason', a record that proves the band is not content to rest on the laurels of the sound and following they’ve developed.
Bands to Watch at SXSW 2010
With a few thousand bands to choose from at SXSW 2010, here are the 10 that we're most excited to see.
With a few thousand bands to choose from at SXSW 2010, here are the 10 that we're most excited to see.
iwrestledabearonce - Ruining it for Everybody
iwrestledabearonce - Ruining it for Everybody
iwrestledabearonce - Ruining it for Everybody
Queercore
Queercore gave a voice to gender- and sexuality-based punk politics before there was a riot grrrl movement.
Queercore gave a voice to gender- and sexuality-based punk politics before there was a riot grrrl movement.
Dead Milkmen - The King In Yellow
After more than 15 years, the Philadelphia punk group the Dead Milkmen are back with the King In Yellow.
After more than 15 years, the Philadelphia punk group the Dead Milkmen are back with the King In Yellow.
Warped Tour 2008 Lineup
A listing of the complete lineup for the 2008 Vans Warped Tour, with the dates the bands will be playing.
A listing of the complete lineup for the 2008 Vans Warped Tour, with the dates the bands will be playing.
Plan 9 - 'Manmade Monster'
You probably won't ever hear Danzig with the Misfits again, so 'Manmade Monsters' by Plan 9 might be the next best thing.
You probably won't ever hear Danzig with the Misfits again, so 'Manmade Monsters' by Plan 9 might be the next best thing.
A Profile of the Stooges
Despite poor album sales when they were released, The Stooges are now recognized as one of America's most influential punk bands.
Despite poor album sales when they were released, The Stooges are now recognized as one of America's most influential punk bands.
Detroit Punk Bands
Motown's music is much more than just Motown Music. Check out this sample of the punk bands in Detroit.
Motown's music is much more than just Motown Music. Check out this sample of the punk bands in Detroit.
Gypsy Punk
A phrase coined by Gogol Bordello frontman Eugene Hutz, Gypsy punk has been expanded to include a blend of punk and world music.
A phrase coined by Gogol Bordello frontman Eugene Hutz, Gypsy punk has been expanded to include a blend of punk and world music.