Descendents

Descendents is an American punk rock band formed in Manhattan Beach, California, in 1977. The band currently consists of Milo Aukerman (vocals), Stephen Egerton (guitar, backing vocals), Karl Alvarez (bass, backing vocals), and Bill Stevenson (drums, backing vocals). Descendents are considered to be one of the most influential punk rock bands of all time, and their music has been praised for its melodicism, humor, and social commentary.

Descendents released their debut album, Milo Goes to College, in 1982. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish the band as a major force in the punk rock scene. Descendents followed up Milo Goes to College with a series of successful albums, including I Don't Wanna Grow Up (1985), Enjoy! (1986), and All (1987).

In 1987, Descendents broke up. However, the band reunited in 1996 and has been active ever since. Descendents have released three albums since their reunion: Cool to Be You (2004), Hypercaffium Spazzinate (2016), and 9th & Walnut (2021).

Descendents are known for their melodic punk rock sound, which is often characterized by fast tempos, catchy hooks, and humorous lyrics. The band's music has been compared to that of other punk rock bands such as the Ramones, the Offspring, and Green Day.

Descendents have been praised for their songwriting, which often deals with personal and social issues such as adolescence, relationships, and politics. The band's music has also been praised for its sense of humor, which is often evident in their lyrics and music videos.

Descendents are considered to be one of the most influential punk rock bands of all time. Their music has inspired many other punk rock bands, and they have helped to popularize the genre. Descendents are also credited with helping to create the melodic punk rock subgenre, which is characterized by its melodicism, humor, and social commentary.