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Hit the Switch

Located in Riverside, CA, Strike the Switch shaped in 2001 and released their initial EP that same year. Following album’s release, different member adjustments ensued; the band’s lineup ultimately solidified around vocalist/guitarist Matthew Hawks, bassist Ray Ramirez, drummer Scott Perry, and guitarist Joel Urias. Another EP and a summertime 2005 …

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Much the Same

The fast and melodic punk rock and roll sounds of Chicago’s Quite similar recall that of several of their influences, specifically mid-’90s skatepunk acts like Lagwagon, Simply no Use for any Name, and NOFX. Developing in 1999 beneath the initial name of Don’t Appear Down, the people played countless displays …

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Ryan’s Hope

The associates of punk rock trio Ryan’s Wish came together in early 2002 beyond Chicago in Joliet, IL. The people — vocalist/guitarist Terry Morrow, bassist Nick McLenighan, and drummer Greg Alltop — have been playing jointly for quite some time within the five-piece hardcore clothing Bound. But eventually, the three …

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Somerset

Somewhat twisting the pop-punk formula, Somerset churns away an electrical punk mix of rock, grit, and aggression that under no circumstances loses sight of basic pop sensibilities. Developing in Minneapolis, MN, in Sept 2002, the group comprises Forrest Olsen (vocals/ acoustic guitar), Claudio Rivera (drums), Matt Broadbent (bass), and Michael …

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