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Pointed Sticks
17,271 listeners
Power-pop/punk/new-wave outfit who emerged from the late 70's Vancouver Hardcore scene (DOA, Subhumans). Only lasted for 3 years and o… read morePower-pop/punk/new-wave outfit who emerged from the late 70's Vancouver Hardcore scene (DOA, Subhumans). Only lasted for 3 years and one studio release yet remain one of the most influential music acts from the period. View wikiPower-pop/punk/new-wave outfit who emerged from the late 70's Vancouver Hardcore scene (DOA, Subhumans). Only lasted for 3 years and one studio release yet remain one of the most influential music acts from the period. View wiki
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Fast Cars
5,467 listeners
Fast Cars were formed in 1977 by Stuart Murray and his brother Steven at school in Swinton, Manchester. They played Pop-Punk, their origina… read moreFast Cars were formed in 1977 by Stuart Murray and his brother Steven at school in Swinton, Manchester. They played Pop-Punk, their original line up was ;Steven Murray vocals (and main songwriter) Hyden Jones on lead, Stuart on Bass and … read moreFast Cars were formed in 1977 by Stuart Murray and his brother Steven at school in Swinton, Manchester. They played Pop-Punk, their original line up was ;Steven Murray vocals (and main songwriter) Hyden Jones on lead, Stuart on Bass and Tony Dyson on drums. After about 6 months Hyden left and Cra… read more
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Pezband
4,869 listeners
Before the power-pop movement kicked into high-gear with the success of 1979’s Get The Knack and Cheap Trick’s Live at Budokan—pioneering C… read moreBefore the power-pop movement kicked into high-gear with the success of 1979’s Get The Knack and Cheap Trick’s Live at Budokan—pioneering Chicago-based group, Pezband, had already blazed a three-year trail of hard-edged, hook-laden and h… read moreBefore the power-pop movement kicked into high-gear with the success of 1979’s Get The Knack and Cheap Trick’s Live at Budokan—pioneering Chicago-based group, Pezband, had already blazed a three-year trail of hard-edged, hook-laden and harmony-drenched pop-rock on three critically-acclaimed album… read more
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Nasty Facts
4,057 listeners
Nasty Facts were a NY power pop/punk group with a female singer that released one scarce, collectable, excellent 3-song EP, "Drive My … read moreNasty Facts were a NY power pop/punk group with a female singer that released one scarce, collectable, excellent 3-song EP, "Drive My Car," in 1981. One of the great NY punk bands that the history books forgot. "Drive M… read moreNasty Facts were a NY power pop/punk group with a female singer that released one scarce, collectable, excellent 3-song EP, "Drive My Car," in 1981. One of the great NY punk bands that the history books forgot. "Drive My Car" also appeared on the Incognito Records compilati… read more
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Paul Collins' Beat
7,138 listeners
The Beat (also known as Paul Collins' Beat) was a power pop band that formed in Los Angeles, California, United States in 1977. The band has been led through several incarnations by singer-songwriter and guitarist Paul Collins, the … read moreThe Beat (also known as Paul Collins' Beat) was a power pop band that formed in Los Angeles, California, United States in 1977. The band has been led through several incarnations by singer-songwriter and guitarist Paul Collins, the self-proclaimed 'King of Power Pop'. Fusing the en… read more
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Protex
13,395 listeners
In 1977, four schoolfriends formed the Incredibly Boring Band and did a few gigs playing covers of Thin Lizzy and Dr Feelgood songs. Howeve… read moreIn 1977, four schoolfriends formed the Incredibly Boring Band and did a few gigs playing covers of Thin Lizzy and Dr Feelgood songs. However, they were soon smitten by the punk bug and decided that they wanted to play energic pop like th… read moreIn 1977, four schoolfriends formed the Incredibly Boring Band and did a few gigs playing covers of Thin Lizzy and Dr Feelgood songs. However, they were soon smitten by the punk bug and decided that they wanted to play energic pop like the Buzzcocks and the Ramones. So they started to write their … read more
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The Nice Boys
4,045 listeners
The Nice Boys are a powerpop band hailing from Portland, Oregon. They were formed by former members of the Riffs and former Exploding Heart… read moreThe Nice Boys are a powerpop band hailing from Portland, Oregon. They were formed by former members of the Riffs and former Exploding Hearts guitarist, Terry Six. They are signed to San Francisco/LA based record company, Birdman Records … read moreThe Nice Boys are a powerpop band hailing from Portland, Oregon. They were formed by former members of the Riffs and former Exploding Hearts guitarist, Terry Six. They are signed to San Francisco/LA based record company, Birdman Records and finished an American tour in fall of 2006. View wiki
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The Spongetones
14,997 listeners
The Spongetones, formed in 1981, are a power pop band from Charlotte, North Carolina. They formed from a Beatles cover act that had been pl… read moreThe Spongetones, formed in 1981, are a power pop band from Charlotte, North Carolina. They formed from a Beatles cover act that had been playing at a local Charlotte bar. Very much influenced by the British Invasion, the Spongetones carr… read moreThe Spongetones, formed in 1981, are a power pop band from Charlotte, North Carolina. They formed from a Beatles cover act that had been playing at a local Charlotte bar. Very much influenced by the British Invasion, the Spongetones carried on the musical genre through acclaimed original songwrit… read more
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Modernettes
4,781 listeners
The Modernettes were a popular punk band that formed in Vancouver around 1980. Members of the trio were guitarist John "Buck Cherry&qu… read moreThe Modernettes were a popular punk band that formed in Vancouver around 1980. Members of the trio were guitarist John "Buck Cherry" Armstrong, bassist Mary Jo Kopechne, and drummer John "Jughead" McAdams. All of the … read moreThe Modernettes were a popular punk band that formed in Vancouver around 1980. Members of the trio were guitarist John "Buck Cherry" Armstrong, bassist Mary Jo Kopechne, and drummer John "Jughead" McAdams. All of the members added vocals to the performances. Many music critics… read more
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The Carpettes
11,687 listeners
The Carpettes were a Mod / Punk band from Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, England, formed in 1977, who released two albums on "Begg… read moreThe Carpettes were a Mod / Punk band from Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, England, formed in 1977, who released two albums on "Beggars Banquet Records" and recorded two Peel sessions. They split up in 1981, but reformed in 1… read moreThe Carpettes were a Mod / Punk band from Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, England, formed in 1977, who released two albums on "Beggars Banquet Records" and recorded two Peel sessions. They split up in 1981, but reformed in 1996. The band was formed in 1977 by Neil Thompson (vocals, g… read more