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The Swellers

The Swellers are a punk quartet from Fenton, Michigan, formed in 2002. Their music is fast and melodic, drawing heavy influences from 1990s skate punk. The current lineup consists of Nick Diener (guitar & lead vocals), Jonathan Diener (drums & backing vocals), Ryan Collins (guitar) and Anto Boros (bass). They are signed to Fueled By Ramen. The band played on the Vans Warped Tour in 2005 and had a short tour in Japan following the Japanese release of The Beginning of the End Again.

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The Beards

There are three bands calling themselves The Beards - one from Adelaide, Australia, another from Norway, and the third a U.S. sideproject of several female musicians. 1) Beard based band from Adelaide Australia The Beards play "Bearded Music for Bearded People" and are the only band in the world playing solely beard based music. They have been officially invited to play the opening ceremony of the 2009 World Beard and Moustache Championships in Alaska.

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With The Punches

With The Punches is made up of 5 guys with a passion for music and a drive to succeed. You will find no over the top choreography, no gimmicks, no silly hair cuts, no fashion trends, no bullshit. Every member of With the Punches grew up listening to music at a time where it still meant something. Shows were our Friday night hang out spot. The guy that smashed you in the head in the pit is now your best friend. Being crushed at the bottom of a giant sing-a- long is your favorite memory.

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Tonight Is Goodbye

Tonight is Goodbye are a hook-ridden pop-punk band hailing from the depths of Buckinghamshire. Forming in 2005 they have more than proved their worth in the short years they’ve been together. 2006 saw the band play the Brixton Academy leg of the Taste of Chaos tour whilst 2007 saw the band release ‘The Birds and the Bees’ EP on Tree Brain Records. 2007 also saw the band embark on a number of tours up and down the country.

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Lamexcuse

Lamexcuse (Australian) - Punk / Rock Epitomizing the distinctive melodic hardcore that saw ‘90s punk rock ignite into a music cult genre, Lamexcuse is forging a pathway through the alternative rock scene. This high-energy quartet hailing from Australia’s Capital has fashioned an original voice in an ever-evolving industry of new alternative talent. With a unique approach to song writing and ever increasing musicianship...

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Justin Sane

Justin Sane is the lead guitarist and singer of the political punk rock band Anti-Flag. He has released two solo pieces to date; a 6 song EP entitled "These are the Days" and "Life, Love, and the Pursuit of Justice" in 2003. These recordings generally focus on love, family, and more everyday concepts rather than the politically charged stance of Anti-Flag. He is currently working on a new solo record, and has begun to preview new tracks during live performances.

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We Are the Union

We Are The Union band based out of the metro Detroit area. With blazing tempos and melodic vocals, WATU's energy level is unsurpassable, both on recordings and live shows. With a plethora of influences, WATU creates a sound all their own. Starting with the release of WATU's newest EP, The Gun Show Must Go On, WATU has been signed to Paper+Plastick records.

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Advantage UK

These ‘Brass City Rockers’ are a dynamic six-piece from the Midlands who are primed to set the UK underground music scene alight in 2009.
Bringing together a lethal blend of driving brass, crunching riffs and infectious melodic hooks, Advantage take choice cuts of punk, ska, pop and rock to produce danceable anthems that can’t help but get your feet tapping. A tireless work ethic has seen these boys travel the length and breadth of the UK and most of Europe too. Featuring key members of ska-punk heroes Grown At Home,

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