00:00I'd rather bite my nose off, just by my face.
00:08Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the most noteworthy bands
00:13who are keeping the spirit of punk alive.
00:16These are contemporary groups that were formed after 2010 or started gaining mainstream traction
00:22around that time.
00:2310.
00:30La Dispute
00:31If you want to be called an intellectual for your music taste, this is the band for you.
00:41La Dispute has been active since 2004 and is known for their experimental style.
00:46Rather than being restricted by genre labels, their music fuses various influences, such
00:51as hardcore punk with jazz, screamo, or blues.
01:02What makes this Grand Rapids, Michigan act stand out in the punk scene is their spoken-word
01:07style delivery.
01:08The lyrics are philosophical and often inspired by the members' own lives.
01:12This lends a certain vulnerability to their songs, while the dynamic arrangement ensures
01:17you keep headbanging.
01:19It's the best of both worlds.
01:209.
01:29L.S.
01:30Dudes
01:31When some of the best punk rockers come together, history is created.
01:35Sayosin's Anthony Green, MCR legend Frank Ayero, Coed and Cambria's Travis Stever, and Tim
01:47Payne and Tucker Rule from Thursday formed Ellis Dunes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
01:52This inevitably brought up major 2000s nostalgia during a dark time, but it was also fresh enough
01:59to raise a new generation of emo kids.
02:01No wonder the band has proven so successful.
02:11They've been busy touring, and their second studio album, Violet's, reached number 3 on
02:16the UK rock and metal albums chart.
02:18Clearly, fans can't get enough.
02:198.
02:22Pink Shift
02:24This band rose to fame the Gen Z way.
02:30They went viral on social media for their song, I'm Gonna Tell My Therapist On You, earning
02:35a cosign from punk outfit Anti-Flag.
02:37Their pop-punk sound is anthemic and easy to get into, however, the band also boasts enough
02:49grunge and grit to convey the defiance of disaffected communities.
02:539.
02:54I feel so goddamn numb
02:58Fronted by Ishreda Kumar, Pink Shift's bold focus on cultural activism through their music
03:04resonates with fans, too.
03:05Although they're in the early stages of their career, the band has already supported
03:10artists like Pussy Riot and the Linda Lindas on tour.
03:13We can't wait to see what they have in store for us next.
03:167.
03:25The Chisel
03:28The UK punk scene is a vibrant world and definitely deserves more global attention.
03:33The Chisel is one of many bands at its forefront.
03:41They tap into iconic subgenres like oi and street punk, giving a voice to the unheard struggles
03:48of young people.
03:49Their music is characterized by the full-throttle intensity of hardcore punk, as well as irresistible
03:55catchiness.
03:567.
03:57You're a bald sucker
03:58You're a bald sucker
03:59You're a bald sucker
04:03However, don't let the upbeat hooks fool you.
04:06The socially conscious lyrics reveal the dark underbelly of society and are unapologetically
04:12anti-establishment.
04:13With their extraordinary potential, The Chisel is destined for greatness.
04:186.
04:23PUP
04:25If you thought this was too cute a name for a punk band, think again.
04:30PUP is short for pathetic use of potential.
04:336.
04:34We beers are so messed up!
04:35Get drunk and I can't shut up!
04:366.
04:37She doesn't drink too much!
04:41As you can probably tell, these are punk rockers with a sense of humor, and that often
04:46translates into their music.
04:487.
04:49Hailing from Canada and widely celebrated there, PUP serves up self-aware existential dread
04:54that hits too close to home at times.
04:57But then they laugh about it.
04:587.
04:59And I'm sickin' tired of blockin' out on my carpet and wakin' up, oh boy, you'll know
05:04I'll blow you out!
05:05The vocals are passionate, and the instrumentation is explosive.
05:09However, none of that is meant to distract from the emotional core.
05:13Instead, they amplify its rawness in a cathartic way.
05:16Besides, the members are so endearingly chaotic that stanning PUP is genuinely fun.
05:225.
05:26The Chats
05:31This deliciously irreverent Australian band calls their sonic aesthetic, Shed Rock.
05:37On some days, that means garage punk.
05:48On others, it's rock and roll.
05:50Either way, they're honoring the ethos of DIY punk by making music that's rough around
05:55the edges and would probably tick off your neighbors if played too loud.
05:59The Chats have also gone viral for their Australiana, especially through songs like Smoko and Pub
06:04Feed.
06:05All I want and all I need, all I crave is a good pub feed.
06:09For the music video of the former, they had a budget of five whole dollars.
06:14Still, they managed to impress rock legends like Iggy Pop and Dave Grohl with it.
06:19Obviously, they're not trying to change the world by singing about smoke breaks, but sometimes,
06:24that's more punk than you'd think.
06:264.
06:33Turnstyle
06:34This Grammy-nominated band from Baltimore, Maryland is best described as hardcore punk
06:39with a pop sheen textured with shoegaze and driven by an alt-rock energy.
06:44In other words, they're constantly evolving, while many punk bands throw their fists up
06:53in the air and rage against the system.
06:57Turnstyle looks inward, so you're usually left with feeling more than you bargained for
07:01with their songs.
07:025.
07:09Crowds go wild at their high-octane performances, but the band is also capable of making you cry
07:15in the club.
07:16This versatility has garnered Turnstyle a wide fanbase because there's something for everyone
07:21in their discography.
07:263.
07:28Amel and the Sniffers
07:30They're one of the biggest names in the modern punk scene right now, representing Australia
07:34on the world stage.
07:36And they were down and over saying it should not be doin' that.
07:40Amel and the Sniffers, fronted by the exceptionally talented and fierce Amy Taylor, is a powerhouse
07:45of a band.
07:46They've built an unbeatable reputation for their rip-roaring concerts, but are also beloved
07:51for their outspoken politics.
07:53Hey, when you get down, ooh, you're a lit one.
07:58Always been a big star, never been a dumb one.
08:02Whether it be advocating for feminism and protecting their audience from predatory behavior during
08:07shows, or denouncing systemic oppression through their lyrics, the group doesn't shy away from
08:12taking a stand.
08:14Reckless and unfiltered, Amel and the Sniffers is not for the faint of heart.
08:192.
08:24Fontaine's DC
08:27We're taking you all the way to Dublin for this one.
08:29I'll punish your business if it's momentary business, ooh.
08:34Formed by a group of poets turned punkers, Fontaine's DC is an award-winning band.
08:39There's a certain cerebral depth to this group that sets them apart from the rest.
08:44Their gritty, post-punk sound, Grian Chatton's world-weary but compelling vocals, and the hauntingly
08:50bleak lyrics hit hard.
08:52B-b-b-baby I swear it I wanted to call, but on my way around I happened to fall.
09:00The cinematic visuals of their music videos are carried over to their concerts, making their
09:04shows feel grand and immersive.
09:06Put it simply, Fontaine's DC is an experience, and you don't want to miss it.
09:091.
09:10Idols
09:14These chart-topping hitmakers from Bristol, England are the face of modern punk.
09:191.
09:20Idols
09:21These chart-topping hitmakers from Bristol, England are the face of modern punk.
09:26They probably wouldn't like this title, though.
09:27After all, they don't consider themselves punk, even though everyone else does.
09:29However, that very important thing is that you don't want to miss it.
09:30If you're on your phone, make sure you go into your settings and switch on notifications.
09:351.
09:36Idols
09:37These chart-topping hitmakers from Bristol, England are the face of modern punk.
09:41They probably wouldn't like this title, though.
09:50After all, they don't consider themselves punk, even though everyone else does.
09:55However, that very defiance, combined with the band's liberal politics, screams punk.
10:00Idols' music has soul and sociopolitical discourse.
10:04And neither of those is presented in pretty packaging.
10:07Their songs are raw, vulnerable, and even violent in the imagery they evoke at times,
10:18reflecting the reality of the world we live in.
10:21That said, there's also hope and love bursting through the cracks.
10:25If all this wasn't impressive enough, they're also electrifying live performers.
10:30With multiple Grammy nods under their belt, Idols truly is the future.
10:34Who is your go-to punk band when you're feeling rebellious?
10:46Share your recommendations with us in the comments section.
10:49Yeah, we don't try too hard.
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