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The punk subculture is centered on a loud, aggressive genre of rock music called punk rock, usually played by bands consisting of a vocalist, one or two electric guitarists, an electric bassist, and a drummer.
A subculture spawned by hardcore punk in the 1980s is the straight edge movement, which persists today. So-called "straight edgers" abstain from alcohol, tobacco, recreational drugs, and “promiscuous” sex. Some also abstain from caffeine or follow a vegan or vegetarian diet.
Punk refers to a subculture that emerged almost simultaneously in the United States and Britain in the 1970s. Punk centered around anti-establishment beliefs, individual expression, and DIY aesthetics, encompassing music, fashion, art, and other forms of popular culture.
The history of the punk subculture involves the history of punk rock, the history of various punk ideologies, punk fashion, punk visual art, punk literature, dance, and punk film.
Arguably one of Britains most recognisable youth tribes, the Punk movement emerged in the late 70s with mowhawks, safety pins and a load of attitude. From Punk poster boys Sex Pistols and The Clash, to feminist Punk heroes The Slits and X-Ray Spex, the Punks pushed boundaries across the board.
As punk subculture continues to evolve, this post will explore how the style has been used as a tool for healing and self-expression. From DIY therapy to punk rock bands advocating for mental health awareness, discover how these influential individuals and groups have helped shape our understanding of the relationship between punk culture and ...
The do-it-yourself, or D.I.Y. aspect of punk is one of the most important factors fueling the subculture. Independent record labels, the D.I.Y. press, and the D.I.Y. venues are what have kept the punk subculture alive since the late 1970s.