DS Slam Dunk Edition: Karina’s Must See

For years I’ve wanted to go to Slam Dunk because year after year, the festival has managed to get some of my favorite bands. Due to life sometimes happening, it wasn’t something on the cards for me in the past. But this year is the year; Hatfield May 27th. Even though, looking at Clashfinder, I might need to bring my running shoes.

So, what bands am I even looking forward to seeing? Well, read on and find out. And comment if you’re going and which bands you look forward to seeing.

The Offspring
There’s no denying that this band has had a wild period of bangers. Their last album might not have made my AOTY list when it came out, but I return to it. So I’m excited to hear them and the bangers, new and old (hopefully)

Bowling For Soup

Come on, a timeless band with a great list of bangers aged like fine wine. I can’t wait to scream 1985 from the top of my lungs and dance. Oh! And they released a new album with covers!

Less Than Jake
It’s been a few years since I saw them last in Copenhagen with Yellowcard. However, that concert was fun, and they still get me moving.

The Menzingers
Oh, come on, there’s no way in hell I’d miss this band. Because I always find out they are playing in Europe AFTER they’ve played in Europe. So, now it’s time.

Yellowcard
Again, been a minute since I saw them last. And that was an experience I still remember, even though my friends hated every minute I made them stay for their show. But this year, I get to see them with new friends that are as excited as I am.

The Academy Is…
Will I ever grow out of TAI? NO. I fondly remember visiting my ma and pa in Australia and my uncle taking me to a music store where I bought Almost Here. He made fun of me in our special way, so this one is for you, Bob. <3
There’s a 75 percent chance I’ll come home with a TAI tattoo.

Real Friends
Let’s forgive them for the previous two albums because their newest album is great, and I hope they play Strangers.

Boston Manor
So, a bit unusual. But their album Datura made its mark on me, and I hope to hear a few songs from the album and some of their previous albums.

Trophy Eyes
AUSTRALIAAAAAAA, nothing more to say. Stoked for this band tho’

Sincere Engineer
Music for some downtime between sets. No, I’m kidding. Sincere Engineer has made her way to my heart with Rhombithian.

Charlotte Sands
After discovering her when she released Every Guy Ever. I have been hooked on her, I find her talented and fresh.

Spanish Love Songs
I can’t get enough of this band. Even though they are performing at The Lexington on the 26th, I’ll still try to find my way to their stage.

Some of you might be scratching your heads and asking where a few bands on the lineup are on my list. It’s not that I’m not excited to see them. But the bands mentioned above, are definitely those I’m a bit more excited about. Nothing personal