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Genre: Punk
The Ataris are possibly one of the greatest bands that I have listened to. Their catchy riffs and insane lyrics make it impossible to stop listening to them. They are nowhere near local, seeing as they are from Santa Barbara, CA. All the same, their music is incredible.
Genre: Emo
Madison is a local band from Dumont, NJ, who is quickly on the rise to stardom. After gaining popularity with many people, they should definitely be on their way to stardom soon.
Genre: Emo
Senses Fail is a band from River Vale, NJ, who is quickly on the rise. As I am typing this, their album is in stores and is being sold as we speak. They are signed to Drive-Thru records, with The Movielife, NFG, Fenix TX, and so many other great bands.
Genre: Punk
Matchbook Romance is a band that I only recently found out about. Thanks to a good friend of mine. Now I know to always take people's advice when it comes to good alternative/punk/emo bands.
Genre: Punk
The Movielife is an up and coming band from Huntington, NY. They are also signed with Drive-Thru records, as mentioned in the blurb for Senses Fail.
Genre: Pop Punk
Hyrule Heroes hails from Brick, NJ. I found out about them after doing a region search on Mp3.com. Their catchy lyrics, and good guitar work, make this band an unbeatable combination.