Seaweed is an American band known for its contributions to the punk and grunge scenes of the Pacific Northwest in the early 1990s. The group distinguished itself with a melodic, high-energy sound that straddled the line between the rawness of punk and the emotional heft of grunge. Hailing from Tacoma, Washington, the band originally formed in 1989 and quickly became a staple of the Sub Pop roster, a label famously associated with the Seattle grunge explosion.

Throughout their initial run in the 1990s, Seaweed released a series of albums that garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated following. 1990's "Despised" laid the groundwork for their sound, followed by "Weak" in 1992, which showcased the band's ability to meld catchy hooks with a gritty edge. "Four" from 1993 and "Spanaway" in 1995 continued this trajectory, solidifying their reputation as unsung heroes of the alternative rock movement. After a brief hiatus, Seaweed returned with "Actions and Indications" in 1999, an album that proved their sound remained relevant and influential. Their 2011 single "Service Deck / The Weight" revealed that Seaweed had lost none of its intensity or capacity for crafting engaging rock anthems, even after a decade-long gap between releases. The band's influence can be heard in a generation of groups that followed, and their work from the '90s retains its vitality within the indie rock canon.