Pennywise formed in 1988 released an album on Theologian Records then signed with Epitaph Records. With whom they have released 5 more albums. They are a skate/surf/hardcore punk band. Similar to Bad Religion at times. Mostly their lyrics revolve around social relevancy with a message about the world around us. Often their songs contain positive, optimistic lyrics wrapped in a heavy, speedy, driving rhythm.
Members:
Jim Lindberg - vocals
Fletcher Dragge - guitar
Randy Bradbury - bass
Byron Chase McMackin - drums
Jason Thirsk(1967-1996) - bass
Albums:
A Word from the Wise
About Time
Full Circle
Home Movies
s/t
Unknown Road
Straight Ahead

I kept hearing about these guys but never really listened to them. Then I saw them at The Van's Warped Tour and was not overly impressed. Later I heard a song, I really liked the song, like a whole lot. Later I found out it was Pennywise. Then I heard a couple more tracks of theirs. Now here I am a Pennywise fan. Sometimes I'm just behind the curve.