Best Skate Rock and Punk Bands of All Time
Suicidal Tendencies is an American crossover thrash band founded in 1980 in Venice, California by vocalist Mike Muir, who is the only remaining original member of the band. The band is often credited as one of "the fathers of crossover thrash". Look up institutionalized and possessed to skate to find out why. this is to teen skaters of the 80's and 90's what in sync is to teen girls.
NOFX are an American punk rock band from Los Angeles, California. The band was formed in 1983 by vocalist/bassist Fat Mike and guitarist Eric Melvin. Drummer Erik Sandin joined NOFX shortly after. Finally! A top 10 punk bands with actual punk bands! I love all the bands on this list, but NOFX created skate punk
Black Flag was an American punk rock band formed in 1976 in Hermosa Beach, California. Initially called Panic, the band was established by Greg Ginn, the guitarist, primary songwriter, and sole continuous member through multiple personnel changes in the band. They are widely considered to be one of the first hardcore punk bands as well as one of the pioneers of post-hardcore. After breaking up in 1986, Black Flag reunited in 2003 and again in 2013. Best skate band and true classic.
Hardcore sound, not skate punk.
Misfits are an American Horror Punk band often recognized as the progenitors of the horror punk subgenre, blending punk rock and other musical influences with horror film themes and imagery. Might not be in as many videos but many skaters listen to this to get pumped!
Bad Religion is an American punk rock band that formed in Los Angeles, California in 1979. The band makes extensive use of soaring three-part vocal harmonies, guitar solos and lyrics that often contain religious and political commentary. Bad Religion's fast and agressive sound makes their material not just enjoyable, but also skateable. Also, their lyrics make you think, which is appealing.
Bad Brains is an American hardcore punk band formed in Washington, D.C., in 1977. They are widely regarded as among the pioneers of hardcore punk, though the band's members have objected to this term to describe their music. What's better than punk reggae mixed with some political views!
They are a great band. They even have a song in the game Tony Halk pro skater umm duh! If you haven't heard fresh fruit for rotting than go shoot yourself.
Great music kinda with a so-cal or surfing vibe.
The Offspring is an American punk rock band from Huntington Beach, California, formed in 1984. Formed under the name Manic Subsidal, the band consists of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Dexter Holland, bassist Greg K., lead guitarist Kevin "Noodles" Wasserman and drummer Pete Parada. Just listen to All I want and see how skate punk they are
Minor Threat was an American hardcore punk band, formed in 1980 in Washington, D.C. by vocalist Ian MacKaye and drummer Jeff Nelson. Damn these guys are good. Such a shame they only ever had a half hour or so of music. They're often credited with being the original skate band, even though Bad Religion came first. Still think they're the best though!
Great music to jam to. used in many skate videos.
D.R.I. is an American crossover thrash band that formed in Houston, Texas in 1982. As of 2015, the band comprises two of its founding members, vocalist Kurt Brecht and guitarist Spike Cassidy, as well as drummer Walter "Monsta" Ryan and bassist Harald Oimoen. Combination of punk and thrash metal!
Unbelievable that Lagwagon is this far down. Has anyone heard the trash album?
MxPx is an American punk rock band from Bremerton, Washington founded in 1992 as Magnified Plaid. The band has skate punk leanings, with connections to the pop punk scene. The younger brother of Descendents basically
Great skate punk band, very influential.
Blink-182 is a pop-punk band formed in 1992. The original lineup consisted of Mark Hoppus on bass guitar and vocals, Tom DeLonge on guitar and vocals, and Scott Raynor on drums. Raynor was fired from the band in 1998 and replaced by drummer Travis Barker. They gained mainstream popularity after the release of the album "Enema of the State." The band has gone on to produce eight studio albums during... read more If you listen to their album Dude ranch, it is the most skate punk album you can hear, with the offbeat snare drumming.
Sum 41 is a Canadian pop-punk band from Ajax, Ontario, Canada. Originally called Kaspir, the band was formed in 1996 and separated in 2023. The band members included lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Deryck Whibley, lead guitarist and backing vocalist Dave Baksh, co-lead guitarist and backing vocalist Tom Thacker, bassist and backing vocalist Jason McCaslin, and drummer Frank Zummo... read more These guys basically crafter the 21st Century by making these skater and surf anthems.
Person who said they weren't punk or skate punk clearly never heard the albums "hello rockview" and "losing streak" two of the albums I listened to the most during my skating days in the 90s.
Not punk or skate punk I believe
The Red Hot Chili Peppers is an American funk-rock and alternative rock band, that was founded in 1983.
The band's members are Anthony Kiedis (Vocals), Michael "Flea" Balzary (Bass), Chad Smith (Drums) and numerous guitarists, most well-known being John Frusciante.
The band is among the most well-known funk bands in music history with albums like "Blood Sugar Sex Magik" and "Californification" being some of their best known works.
Throughout their career, the band has won numerous different awards and established an immense fanbase. How do chilli peppers get a gig being a skate punk band, seriously love the band but they should'nt be on this list
Pennywise is amazing and a great skate punk band
The Descendents are a punk rock band formed in 1977 in Manhattan Beach, California by guitarist Frank Navetta, bassist Tony Lombardo and drummer Bill Stevenson. Milo goes to college is still one of the most important punk Albums in history
Up and coming band surely to be one of the greats some day.
The Angry Samoans are an American punk rock band from the first wave of American punk, formed in August 1978 in Los Angeles.
My Chemical Romance is an American rock band from Jersey City, New Jersey, active from 2001 to 2013, and again from 2019 to present day. For much of their career, the band consisted of lead vocalist Gerard Way, guitarists Ray Toro and Frank Iero, bassist Mikey Way, and drummer Bob Bryar.
Goldfinger is an American punk rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1994. They are considered one of the key bands in the emergence of the 1990s ska-punk wave. Goldfinger's music incorporates elements of punk, ska, and alternative rock, characterized by catchy hooks and upbeat tempos. They gained mainstream success with hits like "Here in Your Bedroom" and "Superman," becoming a staple in the '90s punk scene.
Green Day are an American pop punk/punk rock band formed in East Bay, California in 1987. The members include Billie Joe Armstrong (vocals and guitar), Mike Dirnt (bass), Tré Cool (drums) and Jason White (guitar). Green Day are associated with punk rock, pop punk and alternative rock. Some of their influences include The Ramones, Sex Pistols, NOFX, and Bad Religion. They are best known for their songs like ‘Boulevard of Broken Dreams’, ‘Basket Case’ and their ‘American Idiot’ & ‘Dookie’ albums. American Idiot sold 6 million copies in the U.S. and won a Grammy Award for "Best Rock Album". Green Day have sold over 75 million records worldwide and have won 5 Grammy Awards. They ...read more.