Band Atlas

Discover rock bands from around the world. Short profiles, history, genres, lineups, and interesting facts. New bands every day.

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New York Dolls (Glam Rock)

The Dolls fused proto-punk & drag-queen theatricality, creating snarling, trashy anthems. Malcolm McLaren's bizarre Soviet rebrand failed. Their immense influence on punk & alt-rock proved rock could be dangerous, campy, & cool.

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Diamond Head (Heavy Metal)

Their 1980 debut, *Lightning to the Nations*, was self-released, becoming a blueprint for a new generation. Metallica famously covered their tracks, proving innovation needs no major label stamp to inspire giants.

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Godflesh (Industrial Rock)

Godflesh forged a singular sound, fusing industrial weight with metal's power. Their early, practical drum machine use defined their mechanical brutality, a hallmark creating a hypnotic, relentless pulse that influenced many bands.

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Nothing More (Alternative Metal)

Nothing More blends prog-rock, electronic textures, and tribal energy in alt-metal. Their "Scorpion Tail" instrument, made from salvaged parts, embodies their DIY ethos and boundary-pushing sound.

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Pain of Salvation (Progressive Rock)

Known for intricate progressive metal, Pain of Salvation took an unexpected detour. In 2010, the band competed in Melodifestivalen, Sweden's Eurovision selection-a surprising move for a group celebrated for complex concept albums.

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Dry Kill Logic (Nu Metal)

Dry Kill Logic's debut, *The Darker Side of Nonsense*, was deemed "unreleasable" by Roadrunner Records after recording. This rejection forced them to re-record the entire album, a pivotal moment for the band.

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Interpol (Post-Punk)

Emerged with a dark, atmospheric post-punk sound. Daniel Kessler found Carlos Dengler & Greg Drudy as students, later adding Paul Banks. This lineup, honed in NYC, defined their iconic debut, *Turn On the Bright Lights*, forging a lasting legacy.

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Nosferatu (Gothic Rock)

Nosferatu embraced classic vampiric themes, defining gothic rock true to its origins. Damien DeVille anchored the band through many vocalist changes (e.g., Gary Clarke, Louis DeWray), solidifying their dark, romantic vision.

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D.R.I. (Hardcore Punk)

D.R.I. (Dirty Rotten Imbeciles) pioneered "crossover thrash," fusing hardcore punk speed with thrash metal riffs. Their 1983 debut EP, *Dirty Rotten LP* (18 min, 22 songs), earned them the "fastest band in the world" title.

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Pavement (Indie Rock)

Pavement's chaotic start: Scott Kannberg lied to Stephen Malkmus for their first session. With Gary Young on drums, this session birthed their seminal *Slay Tracks* EP, accidentally defining their lo-fi charm.

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Adhesive (Skate Punk)

Swedish band Adhesive played melodic, intelligent skate punk for 8 years, disbanding in 2002. They reunited in 2017 for a full tour, including their first-ever US shows, proving some punk anthems never fade.

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Elastica (Alternative Rock)

Their minimalist, angular sound blended post-punk with pop. Debut album had brevity & sharp hooks. Legal battles over Wire & Stranglers' similarities showed their unique ability to distill influences.

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State Champs (Pop Punk)

State Champs defined modern pop-punk. Their viral 2012 EP "Overslept" gained online buzz, catching Pure Noise Records' attention. This led to their debut, "The Finer Things," solidifying their sound & proving pop-punk's digital power.

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Skin Yard (Grunge)

Skin Yard, a Seattle grunge pioneer, crafted a heavy, dissonant sound. Their first drummer was Matt Cameron, later of Soundgarden and Pearl Jam, linking them to future scene giants.

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The Sonics (Garage Rock)

Pioneers, The Sonics defined garage rock with raw, distorted sound. Their 1965 album, *Here Are The Sonics*, featured revolutionary overdriven amps. Their unique aggression influenced countless bands, making noise an art form.

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The Lurkers (Punk Rock)

Quintessential first-wave punk, raw & direct. After early success ("Ain't Got a Clue" Top 40), drummer Pete Stride briefly became frontman, redefining their sound before returning to the original lineup. Adaptability defined them.

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Faster Pussycat (Glam Metal)

Emerging on the Sunset Strip, Faster Pussycat delivered grittier glam metal, known for Taime Downe's snarl. The band fractured, leading to a legal battle between Downe and Brent Muscat over the name. Downe prevailed, solidifying his vision.

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All Them Witches (Psychedelic)

They blend blues-rock with psychedelic heft for a heavy, hypnotic sound. Founding drummer Robby Staebler departed in 2018, returning for 2020's "Nothing as the Ideal," proving their core chemistry indispensable.

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The Warning (Modern Rock)

Three sisters from Monterrey, Mexico, gained fame via viral YouTube covers like Metallica's "Enter Sandman," catching Ellen DeGeneres' eye. A TV appearance boosted their path to independently fund their debut before signing with Lava Records.

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Annihilator (Thrash Metal)

Led by Jeff Waters, Annihilator forged a distinct thrash sound blending technicality & melody. Waters is the sole constant, handling most instruments & production, steering the band & ensuring his signature guitar work endures.