Punk Music - By Category
The Basics of Punk Rock Music
What exactly is punk rock? How did it come to be, and how did certain bands become part of the forefront of a musical movement? Read on to learn about where punk began, and where it stands today.
Punk on the Screen
Whether it's in the theater or on the TV, here are reviews of the punkest flicks.
Punk Artists and Bands A-H
Which member of the Clash got his nickname due to his resemblance to a cartoon monkey? What was Green Day's original name? If you're plagued by these punk rock mysteries, read on for the answers you need.
Punk Artists and Bands I-R
How many people have been Ramones? Were any of them actually named Ramone? If questions like this keep you up at night, read on for the answers.
Punk Artists and Bands S-Z
What is Siouxsie Sue's real name? Who was the Banshees' first drummer? If you often catch yourself pondering these mysteries, read on for the answers.
Live Photos
While covering concerts for this site, I work with a very talented photographer who takes many more photos than are typically used in a review. Check out some of these galleries of your favorite bands live on stage!
Album Reviews
Just because a band is making waves, it doesn't mean their latest album is any good. Check here for reviews on your favorite artist's latest release, as well as reviews of some punk essentials.
Punk On The Web
A listing of links to punk music blogs elsewhere on the Internet.
Punk Rock Record Labels
Many independent record labels are as interesting as the bands they handle, and certain sounds are often exclusive to certain labels. Here is a listing of independent record labels, many of which carry records by bands unavailable anywhere else.
Concerts and Live Performances
Punk rock is often raw and crude. It's the kind of music that is often better when witnessed than listened to. Here's a collection of reviews of live performances by punk bands, both by me and throughout the web.
Podcasts, Radio Shows and MP3 Downloads
With so many great punk rock bands unsigned or on tiny independent labels, the Internet has become a great way for punk bands to get their music out. Check out these sites for podcasts, radio shows and MP3 downloads. You might discover a favorite artist you never knew you had.
Interviews
Punk musicians - sometimes they're flamboyant, sometimes they're crude. They're always interesting and they always seem to have something to say. Check out this section for my interviews with punk bands and musicians, as well as links to colorful interviews from some of your favorite punk artists.
A List of Written References on Punk Music
Books, zines and magazines on punk abound. If you're looking for written material on punk music, history or bands, here's a great place to start.
Punk Rock Parenting
Sometimes punks grow up, and sometimes they have kids. And sometimes those punks don't want to stop being punks, even as they become parents. This is all about bridging that gap.