Formed in 1984 in Orange County, California, The Offspring (originally named Manic Subsidal) are one of the key bands that spearheaded the 1990s punk rock revival. Led by the distinctive sneer of vocalist/guitarist Bryan "Dexter" Holland and the frantic energy of guitarist Kevin "Noodles" Wasserman, their discography is a tale of two bands: the raw, hardcore-influenced punk act of the 80s/early 90s, and the polished, radio-dominating rock juggernaut from the mid-90s onward.
The Offspring are not the most critically revered punk band, but they are one of the most successful and durable. Their discography is remarkably consistent in one way: Dexter Holland’s unique voice and Noodles’ angular guitar riffs are instantly recognizable. While they’ve made missteps (the goofy singles, the identity crisis of Days Go By ), their ability to write massive, memorable melodies about alienation and frustration remains unmatched. They are the everyman’s punk band – sometimes silly, often angry, but always anthemic. discography the offspring