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From DEVO to Le Tigre and more, these artists defined synth-punk
by Tim StegallOne of punk rock’s original goals was “the destruction of rock ‘n’ roll.” While that didn’t happen, most early punk...
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These 10 bands prove that Cleveland was one of punk’s earliest capitals
by Tim StegallAlternative Press’ native home of Cleveland, Ohio, stands alongside New York City and London as one of punk’s birthplaces. Yet,...
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15 artists who show that the Velvet Underground’s influence is eternal
by Tim StegallLester Bangs, the greatest rock journalist ever, felt eternal Lower East Side musical royals the Velvet Underground were “our Beatles...
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10 glam-rock artists from the 1970s who heralded the coming age of punk
by Tim StegallRock ‘n’ roll had, for the most part, lost its “roll” by 1970. It became rock music—self-serious, dour, pompous, filled...
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10 records that could be the soundtrack to your next meditation session
by Alex DarusWhen life gets hectic, it’s important to take a minute for yourself to reset and clear your mind. Music is...
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10 alternative artists who were inspired by David Bowie’s legacy
by Tim StegallNothing’s been right since David Bowie died, Jan. 10, 2016. The rise of Trumpism? COVID-19? The Big Bang Theory going...
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15 essential post-punk bands who represent the evolution of the genre
by Tim StegallPost-punk had to happen. Punk rock opened all this space for people to make exactly the kind of art or...
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Richard Hell knew the ’70s was the time for more “psychotic” music
by Tim StegallPunk has a million precedents—musical, spiritual. The basic sound and attitude can be traced back to the wildest, most primitive...
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Caspian – Waking Season
by Riley BreckenridgeCaspian Waking Season The post-rock landscape has become a bit crowded in recent years, with new Mogwai and Explosions In...
