The Bouncing Souls in Chicago

The Bouncing Souls are an American punk rock band formed in New Brunswick, New Jersey, in 1989. Albums including Maniacal Laughter, Hopeless Romantic and How I Spent My Summer Vacation established their melodic punk sound, while “True Believers” and “Manthem” became signature songs. The Bouncing Souls appeared repeatedly on the Vans Warped Tour during the festival’s long run. The band later established the Home for the Holidays concert series, staged for years at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park. Their festival history also includes Punk Rock Bowling in Las Vegas and Riot Fest in Chicago.