Blink-182 had it. At times, other bands like Sum 41, the Ataris or Unwritten Law, among others, can channel it. Permanent Me is desperately in search of it.

Who? Permanent Me features Brian Kapler (vocals/guitar), Joseph Guccione (guitar/vocals), Justin Morrell (bass/vocals), and Mike Flieshmann (drums). Their debut EP, Dear Virginia, is out next week on ...