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Punk Music

A fierce, no-holds-barred platform for punk fans craving authenticity and edge. Raw, honest reviews of the latest artists and albums that cut through the noise, evaluating the energy, lyrics and the DIY spirit that defines the genre. Stories about the leaders and innovators keeping punk alive, via profiles and interviews that delve into their rebellious ethos and underground influence. Expect a mix of sharp critiques, deep dives into subcultures, and a celebration of punk’s relentless drive to challenge the status quo, making it a haven for those who live and breathe punk. Read more about Music.

New York Rock Icons Bush Tetras Return, With Help From Sonic Youth’s Steve Shelley

The underground legends have a new album — only their third since 1979, and their first since the loss of drummer Dee Pop.
By Cat Woods

No One in Politics Is ‘Punk Rock’—Not Even Beto O’Rourke

Attention! It's officially time to stop trying to make 'punk rock politicians' a thing.
By Neal Pollack
Afropunk is about more than just the headliners.

The Street Style at Afropunk Is About More Than Just Cool Clothes

Afropunk is way more than just music.
By Dominique Norman
Fat Mike performing with NOFX.

NOFX Fight America’s Most Dangerous Drug Dealers—Big Pharma

By Mischa Pearlman
Washington, D.C.'s Priests.

D.C. Punks Priests on Outrage, Organizing, and Fighting Trump

By Justin Joffe
Ultravox with Midge Ure (second from left).

The Weird, Wonderful World of Midge Ure, One of Rock’s Unsung Heroes

By Tim Sommer
Cherry Glazerr.

Meet Cherry Glazerr: Too Punk for the Hippies, Too Hippie for the Punks

By Justin Joffe
The Sex Pistols performing at Leeds Polytechnic, UK, on December 8, 1976.

The 30 Craziest Stories From Steve Jones’ Sex Pistols Book

By Jim Farber
Philip Anschutz, head of The Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG), and owner of the Los Angeles Galaxy stands during the national anthem.

Coachella Owner Funds Anti-Gay, Climate-Change-Denying Hate Groups

By Justin Joffe
Colin Newman.

With Wire, Immersion, Solo, or Not, No One Plays It Better Than Colin Newman

By Tim Sommer
Twin Peaks

Chicago’s Twin Peaks Serve a Swampy, Swirly Goulash of Garage & Blues

By Justin Joffe
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 26: Joe Corre, the son of Vivienne Westwood and Sex Pistols creator Malcolm McLaren burns his entire £5 million punk collection on November 26, 2016 in London, England. Joe Corre burnt the rare punk memorabilia in protest saying punk has no solutions for today's youth and is 'conning the young'. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images)

Sex Pistols Archivist Johan Kugelberg on ‘Punk Rock Jabroni’ Joe Corré

By Justin Joffe
Parquet Courts

Parquet Courts Write Melodies Abandoned in the Key of New York

By Justin Joffe
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 26: Joe Corre, the son of Vivienne Westwood and Sex Pistols creator Malcolm McLaren (not in picture) burns his entire £5 million punk collection on November 26, 2016 in London, England. Joe Corre burnt the rare punk memorabilia in protest saying punk has no solutions for today's youth and is 'conning the young'. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images)

Joe Corré’s Bonfire Stunt Was the Least Punk Protest Ever—and a Hoax

By Tim Sommer
"Bedsit Disco Queen: How I grew up and tried to be a pop star"

Tracey Thorn’s “Bedsit Disco Queen” is a Well-Documented Timeline of UK Pop and Punk

By Lorant Duzgun

How Public Image Ltd Exploded the Possibilities of Music With ‘Metal Box’

By Tim Sommer
Narducy, looking pensive.

Meet Split Single, the Indie Rock Zelig Stars Recruit When They Want to Rock

By Justin Joffe
Laura Jane Grace performs with Against Me!

Laura Jane Grace Reveals Her Trans Struggle in Vulnerable Autobiography

By Katherine Turman
The Heartbreakers.

The Heartbreakers Reunite to Perform Their ’70s Punk Classic ‘L.A.M.F.’

By Katherine Turman
Beastie Boys.

The Punk History Behind the Beastie Boys’ First Album, ‘Licensed to Ill’

By Ron Hart
Sadie

Sadie Dupuis Instills Catchy Pop With Sex-Positive Messages of Consent

By Justin Joffe
James Chance.

James Chance Reignites the Scorched-Earth Jazz-Punk That Made Him a Legend

By Jim Farber
Iggy Pop of the Stooges rides the crowd during a concert at Crosley Field on June 23, 1970 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Jim Jarmusch Films a Love Letter to the Stooges With ‘Gimme Danger’

By John Kruth
Lydia Lunch.

Lydia Lunch and Umar Bin Hassan Unite No Wave, Jazz and The Last Poets

By Brad Cohan
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