Senryu is a great, creative, energetic band from Knoxville, Tennessee. They are similar in a lot of ways to Modest Mouse and Los Campesinos; a smart, folky, pop-punk blend.
Grown Up Avenger Stuff, from Charlotte NC, is fast-paced and smart, full of catchy riffs and strong melodies supported by their female vocalist's "Jopplin-esque" punk vocals.