Pioneers of melodic hardcore, Descendents have influenced countless punk bands since their formation in the late 70s. Albums like Milo Goes to College (1982) and Everything Sucks (1996) are considered cornerstones of the genre, blending angsty lyrics with rapid-fire energy.
Circle Jerks, legendary for their blistering brand of hardcore punk, have been igniting mosh pits since the early 80s. Their debut album Group Sex (1980) remains a cornerstone of the genre, featuring anthems like “World Up My Ass.”