With all of the bands on the Vans Warped Tour, it might be hard to decide who to see. We've nailed down our best bets for the 2010 Vans Warped Tour, choosing only from the bands that will be playing the entire tour this year. That way, if you follow our list, you'll get a chance to catch all of the bands on it (you know, provided they're not all playing in the same time slot).
You can find our listing of all of the bands on the tour, including the ones only playing select dates, here.
10. The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band
Sideonedummy Records
They only have three members, but the misnomer is easy to overlook once you hear their music, a frantic, spastic take on Delta Blues (complete with washboard) that has landed the band slots touring with Flogging Molly, a slot on Springer and now a run on Warped.
9. The Pretty Reckless
Interscope Records
If you're looking for a celebrity on the Warped Tour stage, The Pretty Reckless set will be the one to catch. The band is fronted by one Taylor Momsen, better know for playing Jenny Humphrey on the CW television series Gossip Girl. It's more than gimmick, though, as The Pretty Reckless plays raw, dirty rock that picks up where the grunge bands of the '90s left off.
8. AM Taxi
For The Win!
If the Gaslight Anthem are punk rock's take on Springsteen, then Chicago's AM Taxi are punk rock's take on Gaslight Anthem. Mixing great songwriting with elements of old-school punk with influences like Clash-fueled reggae, world beat and pure pop, this is a band poised to be one of the most exciting, innovative bands on the tour.
7. Andrew W.K.
Universal Music
A classically trained musician, Andrew W.K. may not have invented the "party hard" punk rock sound but he certainly perfected it. Although recent years have seen him doing TV and producing records, I'm hoping his return to the stage of Warped will be similar to his last time on its mainstage, which was a supersoaker-fueled rager of positive energy. This guy comes to party, and doesn't leave until everyone is partied out.
6. The Casualities
© Nicole Lucas
A solid presence on the punk scene for over a decade and an unapologetic adherence to the principles of old school street punk makes the Casualties one of the best -- and the punkest -- picks for this year's Warped Tour. Their set will be fast, loud and memorable.
5. Far From Finished
Teriyaki Matz - Think Fast! Records
If you're lamenting the lack of the Street Dogs on this year's Warped Tour, check out Far From Finished. These guys carry the Boston street punk banner just as high and as proudly as their better-known peers.
4. Dillinger Escape Plan
Relapse Records
A "mathcore" band out of New Jersey, Dillinger Escape Plan combines complex riffs and growled vocals into an aggressive wall of sound. What's more impressive than their music, though, is their live show. Expect... well expect anything, and be prepared for some furious energy and quite possibly frontman Greg Puciato flying over -- or stepping on -- your head.
3. Face To Face
Antagonist Records
These skate-punk playing Fat Wreck Chords veterans were a staple in every proper punk's record collection, and their breakup in 2003 was a sad day indeed. A few years later, 2008 saw the joyful reunion of these heavyhitters, and the entire Warped Tour this year will be privy to a set from a band that has attained legendary status.
2. The Sparring
Old Shoe Records
This is a band that boasts and impressive pedigree. Fronted by Joel Bourne (formerly of Tiger Army and Dear and Departed) with Chris Dally (of Death by Stero) on drums, the Sparring are a group that delivers a reeling mass of street punk straight from the speakers to your head, not apologizing if it knocks you down.
1. Riverboat Gamblers
© Nicole Lucas
This Texas group delivers one of the most energetic live shows I've ever seen. Riverboat Gamblers frontman Mike Wiebe is known for spending as much time in the crowd and climbing the walls as he does onstage. We've caught them in Detroit and a few times in their Texas, they always hit the stage a breakneck pace, delivering a set that's relentless and fun.
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