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Who were the most iconic pop punk bands of the 1990s?

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I would define pop punk as catchy, up beat songs with depressing lyrics and the 1-4-3 or 1-3-4 guitar chord structure. Following those rules, I would say these are the best bands (w/ quintessential albums). read more

It's weird to think about "pop punk" since each is pretty much the antithesis of the other. To me, punk is punk and "pop punk" is just pop with a designer Mohawk. Green Day were probably the most commerically successful and best known punk-influenced band in the 90s. read more

Formed in 1988 by front-man and lead guitarist Billy Corgan and guitarist James Iha, The Smashing Pumpkins were one of the most influential alternative rock bands of the '90s. The band created a unique guitar driven sound with influences from progressive rock, heavy metal, Goth rock, dream pop, and psychedelia. read more

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