We asked the BuzzFeed Community for the pop-punk and alternative bands that deserve more love. Here are the results you can rock out to.
1. SWMRS
Who they are: A punk rock band from Oakland, California.
Why you should listen to them: If you love a mix of the Beach Boys and the Ramones, this band is for you. iHeartRadio recently featured them as an artist to watch, and Rolling Stone is amped about their new album. Oh, and the drummer is Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day's son, which is pretty damn cool.
Give this song a try: "Figuring It Out"
2. PHOX
Who they are: An alt-rock/folksy band from Baraboo, Wisconsin.
Why you should listen to them: Lead singer Monica Martin's voice is insanely addicting to listen to, and they've played at South by Southwest and Lollapalooza.
Give this song a try: "Slow Motion"
—Daniel Richard, Facebook
3. PVRIS
Who they are: A rock band from Lowell, Massachusetts.
Why you should listen to them: They write songs about topics close to the heart, like staying true to yourself even when people are trying to take you down, and are currently supporting Awolnation and Fall Out Boy on tour.
Give this song a try: "My House"
4. Candy Hearts
Who they are: A pop-punk band from New York and New Jersey.
Why you should listen to them: Hayley Williams of Paramore loves them, and they've recorded a record with Chad Gilbert of New Found Glory.
Give this song a try: "I Miss You"
5. Real Friends
Who they are: A pop-punk band from Tinley Park, Illinois.
Why you should listen to them: They've been inspired by Taking Back Sunday and the Starting Line, and they're exactly the kind of band you'd see at Warped Tour.
Give this song a try: "I Don't Love You Anymore"
—Ben Vlam, Facebook
6. Beta Play
Who they are: An indie rock band from Santa Barbara, California.
Why you should listen to them: They've toured with Plain White T's and Gin Blossoms, and the lead singer has a seriously beautiful voice. It'll reel you in.
Give this song a try: "Heaven Is Under the Sun"
—Jordan Kopsky, Facebook
7. State Champs
Who they are: A pop-punk band from New York.
Why you should listen to them: They consistently do well on the Billboard charts and have gone on tour with some of your faves, like A Day to Remember and Motion City Soundtrack.
Give this song a try: "Elevated"
Who they are: An alternative/pop-rock band from Washington, D.C.
Why you should listen to them: They've appeared on Letterman and Conan, performed at Lollapalooza, and had pretty awesome success with their single "Somebody" on alt-rock stations in the U.S.
Give this song a try: "Somebody"
—Betty Jane, Facebook
Who they are: A pop-punk band from Walnut Creek, California.
Why you should listen to them: Alternative Press has named them on their list of the "Top 100 Bands You Need to Know," and they've been a favorite at Warped Tour.
Give this song a try: "Roam"
10. FIDLAR
Who they are: A garage-punk rock band from Los Angeles.
Why you should listen to them: Rolling Stone has called them a band you should be paying attention to, and they've toured with the Black Lips and the Hives.
Give this song a try: "No Waves"
—Michaela Chakos, Facebook
11. Modern Baseball
Who they are: An indie rock band from Philadelphia.
Why you should listen them: Alternative Press has featured their music multiple times on its website, the band's opened for Say Anything, and they are the epitome of pop-punk.
Give this song a try: "Rock Bottom"
12. Twin Peaks
Who they are: A garage rock band from Chicago.
Why you should listen to them: Their songs have some insane power chords, and they said they've been inspired by the Replacements, the Beatles, and the Rolling Stones.
Give this song a try: "Making Breakfast"
—Michaela Chakos, Facebook
13. Palma Violets
Who they are: A garage-indie rock band from Lambeth, London.
Why you should listen to them: NME has listed them on their list of artists of the year, and BBC has recognized them for their work numerous times as well.
Give this song a try: "English Tongue"
—Leah Plante-Wiener, Facebook
14. Joyce Manor
Who they are: A punk band from Torrance, California.
Why you should listen to them: They've been featured in Alternative Press and were heavily inspired by Weezer.
Give this song a try: "Constant Headache"
15. Knuckle Puck
Who they are: An old-school punk rock and emo band from Chicago.
Why you should listen to them: Alternative Press has named them one of their "Top 12 Bands You Need to Know," and they're inspired by Jimmy Eat World and Motion City Soundtrack.
Give this song a try: "No Good"
16. Black Kids
Who they are: An indie rock band from Jacksonville, Florida.
Why you should listen to them: NME loves them. The New York Times loves them. You should love them.
Give this song a try: "I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance With You"
—Roxanne Marie, Facebook
