Hey these are some of my favorite non-local bands that you should DEFINITELY check out if you like punk type music. There are also some bands on here that aren't punk, but don't worry, they're still good.
My personal favorite, the Ataris
Hey it's MxPx!
LagWagon!
Tool
Yummy, Cake!
Millencolin!! They were SOOO good in concert!!
Offspring:also good in concert
It's everybody's favorite, WEEZER!
dum da da dum...radiohead!
System of a down kicks ass!