Founded in Santa Cruz in 1986, Good Riddance are an American melodic hardcore band led by Russ Rankin, known for politically charged lyrics and energetic punk performances.

Founded in 1986 in Santa Cruz. Reviews note Sean Sellers returning on drums for later records. Peace In Our Time is noted in reviews as produced by Bill Stevenson. The band announced a breakup in 2007 and a live album of their final show was released in 2008.

DeBaser reviews (5) praise Good Riddance for energetic melodic hardcore, political-social lyrics and strong albums across their career. Ballads From the Revolution is called a masterpiece; Operation Phoenix is noted for heavier hardcore intensity. Reviews mention Sean Sellers' return and Bill Stevenson as producer on Peace In Our Time.

For:Fans of melodic hardcore, 90s Californian punk, and politically charged punk music.

 The lyrics, as we’re used to, are mostly focused on political-social themes, which for many is a burden, but not for me.

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 this is a masterpiece.

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 The Good Riddance were a melodic hardcore punk band, among the most appreciated and well-known especially in the New World, but also here in old Europe.

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