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Best Punk Albums of 2007
[p]With all of the news playing up the idea that punk turned 30 this year, it's easy to get the impression that it's getting old. But when you look at the great records that came out this year (from both old timers and newcomers), it's obvious that punk music is continuing to tear it up, and that this dog has a lot of new tricks it hasn't even thought up yet. [p]Here are this year's best of the b…

Best Things About SXSW 2007
While there were more cool things at SXSW than I can even think to count, some things stood out more than others, and not all of them happened on stage. Here are my 10 most memorable moments from my trip to Austin.

Best Punk Albums of 2006
There have been a lot of great albums this year, and it was tough to pick out the best. For my picks, I focused on some albums from a handful of subgenres. Some are heavy, some are simply fun, but all of them have maximum replay value. If you got any records this year, these should have been on your list.

Punk Rock Gift Ideas
Here's a list of great gift ideas for anyone on your list who's into punk rock, and also a great list of ideas of things to ask for.

Punk Rock Albums With A Touch of Horror
Whether you're putting together a soundtrack for a Halloween party or simply listening to music on your way to a horror flick, here are some great recommendations for those of us who like our punk rock with a dash of the horrific.

A Brief History of Punk
Due to its major players, punk is an interesting cultural movement that peaked once in the late '70s and early '80s, and appears to be peaking again. Now is an exciting time for punk music, and it's easiest to figure out what's going on when you know what's already happened.

Punk Music Changed the Face of Music, Whether or Not It Meant To
In the annals of punk history, there have been events, and then there have been EVENTS. Here's a brief timeline outlining some of the most important events - the kind that would shape the face of music.

The Subgenres of Punk Rock
Following its beginnings, punk rock quickly split into a multitude of subgenres. Each would have a strong following and distinctive sound.

Books On The History of Punk Music
Because punk music managed to develop a rich history in a relatively short period of time, there are many books devoted to the topic. Here are a few recommendations.

Essential Items to Take to the Warped Tour
If you've never been to the Warped Tour before, you may not have realized it won't be like any other concert you've been to. There's a definite list of essentials you'll want to take with you in order to have the most fun.

Essential Celtic Punk Bands
Whether it's St. Patrick's Day or any other day of the year, it's a good time to listen to the great Celtic Punk bands out there. Old favorites like the the Pogues as well as more recent bands like Flogging Molly are going strong, bringing Irish-influenced punk rock to the entire world.