Punk
Way back in the midcd'>punk rock, and with it came a look and attitude the world couldn't handle.
What is Punk?
Over the past few years, there has been a resurgence in all things punk. However, what we see today is a watered down version of what punk actually is. After all, how many young adults know who The Clash or the
the Sex Pistols.
Punk Music
From the 70s to the 90s, here are some of the most influential punk bands to have ever picked up guitar and sneered their upper lips.
Punk Films
When you think about punk, movies are never at the top of the list. But, there have been many great punk, punk-inspired movies, and documentaries over the years.
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Black Flag.
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The Great Rock and Roll Swindle''': Sex Pistols manager, Malcolm McLaren produced this "documentary" about the group's break up. Turns out it was more fun than it was reality.
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Rude Boy''': Tells an improvised story of a working class slacker who becomes a roadie for The Clash.
* '''D.O.A.''':
Ever wanted to see Sid Vicious at his lowest point? This amateur movie documents this time, and includes performances by The Sex Pistols, The Clash, and Generation X.
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Sid and Nancy''': Get the low down (or what the director thought was the low down) on one of the most infamous and destructive couples in music history, Sid and Nancy.
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The Clash's singer Joe Strummer, his legacy, and impact on the music world.
Punk Clothing and Accessories
There's no seconddye'>wild colored hair and mohawks, it's all about the clothes.
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