"See You Again" by Lapdog

In 1998, lead singer Glen Phillips left the folk rock band Toad the Wet Sprocket to pursue a solo career (the band would later reunite in 2010). Guitarist/vocalist Todd Nicolas and bassist Dean Dinning continued to write and play music together with some new recruits under the moniker Lapdog.

Lapdog released the first of their two records, "Near Tonight," in 2001. Continuing largely in the Toad tradition, the songs are melodic and filled with rich harmonies, so it is odd the group didn't win over many hearts.

"See You Again" is the lush lead-off track, and it makes a good first impression. The tune was co-written with the members of Athenaeum. It's a shame no one threw Lapdog a bone.

"Where Were You Last Night" by Mark Kano

Mark Kano is the distinctive baritone voice that led the 90s band Athenaeum to their 15 seconds of fame with the minor hit, "What I Didn't Know." He's released a couple solo efforts that extend the band's sound, his first being 2009's "Walking On Broadway." It's a terrific EP, with "Where Were You Last Night" just one of several notable highlights. A strong and emotive vocal carries this melodious tune to lofty heights.

"Flat Tire" by Athenaeum

The North Carolina band Athenaeum arrived on the alternative rock scene in the late 90s with their indie release known as the "Green Album". After selling 10,000 copies or so, the band got signed to a major label and released "Radiance", which spawned the hit "What I Didn't Know". "What I Didn't Know" made it to #58 on the Billboard chart, but subsequent singles from this outstanding record failed to chart. 

"Flat Tire" was released as a follow-up and, in a perfect world, would have catapulted the band to the heights of counterparts like Gin Blossoms or Better Than Ezra. "Flat Tire" is a wonderful song, building to a soaring chorus with superb harmonies. 

Athenaeum released a couple more records but further success eluded the band. Lead singer and songwriter Mark Kano has released some excellent solo work; co-founder Nic Brown became a writer and English professor at Clemson University. 

Released in 1998, Athenaeum's major label debut boasts several should have been hits, including "Flat Tire", "On My Mind", "No One", and "Unnoticed"