Encyclopedia of Punk Music and Culture

Although its origins and definition are hotly debated among scholars and fans alike, punk rock music has an ever-evolving but always loyal fan base. The British punk movement is thought to have begun in the mid-1970s with bands such as the Clash and the Sex Pistols, and the American punk movement in the early 1970s with bands such as the Ramones, Patti Smith, and Television playing at CBGB's in New York City's Lower East Side. The punk subculture continues to evolve today, with new bands, fashions, politics and zines embodying the spirit of its founders while also influencing mainstream culture. This inclusive encyclopedia chronicles the history and development of punk, including sub-movements such as Hardcore, Post-punk, Queercore, and Emo, to provide readers with an extensive overview of the music, fashion, films, and philosophies behind it. Entries for musicians include a discography for those wanting to start, or develop, their music collections.

Entries include: Advertising
Anarchy
David Bowie
CBGB's
The Clash
Movement
Drugs
Flyers
Gender and punk
Hardcore
London
The Ramones
Johnny Rotten
Malcom McLaren: The Sex Pistols
Sid Vicious
Straight Edge and Vivienne Westwood.