Tony Hawk's Pro Skater games, popular in the late 90s and early 2000s, influenced children's music preferences significantly. The game featured soundtracks with bands like Bad Religion and Millencolin. Unlike FIFA's licensed music, the Pro Skater soundtracks felt personal and reminiscent of skate park culture. Tony Hawk himself was deeply involved in choosing the music, reflecting his punk rock roots. Many bands credited the games for introducing their music to new fans, showcasing the connection between skating and music.
When millions of parents bought their kids a Tony Hawk's Pro Skater game in the late 90s and early 00s, they couldn't have understood the profound effect it would have on their children's music taste.
The culture of skating and music is so meshed, it made sense for them to have a real soundtrack to it.
I can't tell you how many people have come up to me over the last two decades and told me that THPS3 was their first introduction to AFI.
Most of the bands were chosen because I heard them growing up at the skate park.
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