The Adolescents are an influential American punk rock band formed in 1980 in Fullerton, California. Known for their fast-paced, energetic sound and rebellious lyrics, the band contributed to the development of the hardcore punk scene alongside other Southern California groups like Black Flag and the Circle Jerks. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1981, is considered a seminal work in the genre. Over the decades, The Adolescents have undergone numerous lineup changes but have continued to perform and release new music, maintaining their status as icons in the punk rock community.