Tag: punk rock
These five records prove exactly how the Damned became punk-rock icons
Real talk? The Damned are the greatest punk band to come out of the United Kingdom. Yes, the Sex Pistols got the notoriety while...
These 5 albums embody the Damned’s punk-rock magnificence
Oct. 28, 2019: Dissatisfied with being the first at everything in English punk-rock history (first U.K. punk 45, first U.K. punk LP, first Britpunks...
QUIZ: How well do you know your punk-rock history?
Punk rock has evolved so much since its beginnings over five decades ago. While modern bands enjoy the freedom of singing about whatever they...
These 15 punk records from 1981 have some of the year’s best music
1981 was the year hardcore engulfed everything punk. Skanking pit warriors swarmed a stage at the Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles. England had its...
Dr. Martens new Sex Pistols collaboration salutes the band’s wild start
Esteemed British shoe company Dr Martens rolls out another line dedicated to punk icons the Sex Pistols. This weekend, two new designs were released...
Linh Le (Bad Cop / Bad Cop) stresses election importance to Derek Zanetti
Derek Zanetti is the self-described “Mr. Rogers of Punk Rock”—a moniker that’s especially fitting considering his status as an ever-smiling ambassador for positive vibes,...
Mest time travel from 1800 to 2020 in new “Masquerade” video–watch
Long-running punk band Mest are promoting their new album, Masquerade, in grand form: by premiering the video for the title track with AltPress today....
10 essential punk rock love songs to win over your Valentine
If you've ever tried to hold hands with that special someone while pogo dancing, these songs are for you! From the creepy-crooning of the...
Derek Zanetti reflects on punk rock with Stephen Harrison of FEVER 333
Derek Zanetti is the self-described “Mr. Rogers of Punk Rock”—a moniker that is especially fitting considering his status as an ever-smiling ambassador for positive...
Church Girls have “Nothing” to prove in new song—listen
With a double helix DNA of jagged guitar lines and strident vocal melodies, Philadelphia-based indie-rockers Church Girls are hitting all the sweet spots. Today,...
