‘American Jesus’: Bad Religion & the concept of American exceptionalism
Bad Religion's fan favourite track 'American Jesus' seems to be even more relevant today than in 1993- but why?
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Scary Hours: “People are hopeless now and they need to blow off steam so they can function”.
Punk Rock Philosophy caught up with Scary Hours frontman and chief rabble rouser Ryan Struck as the band release their uncompromising new album ‘Can’t Contend’. Trust us, you’re gonna need this record to get you through the next few years…
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Strikes, scandals and assassinations: Punk as a record of injustice
Like many people, listening to punk has been an education throughout my life- often, I would be made aware of an event, a situation or a concept through the songs/interviews/liner notes from my favourite punk bands. From The Clash to the Dead Kennedys, Bikini Kill to Menstrual Cramps, punk has been a politicising force for […]
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Anarcho-Punk: Interview with David Insurrection
This new book tells the story of anarcho-punk via the key locations and figures that were driving it forward in London between '77 and '88.
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Punk Rock Survival Guide- Part 1
It may feel like a long road ahead of us but the collective wisdom of punk may provide some strategies for survival...
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Sewer Cats: “if this is what obnoxious is- being outspoken, uncompromising and assertive- then so be it. Sign me up and tattoo obnoxious on my forehead”.
We chat to Manchester duo Sewer Cats about their brand new album 'Obnoxious' and how they ensured it lived up to its name.
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Do Rebels Need A Cause?
More specifically, is punk defined by its opposition to authority? And if so, what authority?
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Interview with Pink Suits: “I think empathy is the punk-est thing”
Punk rock duo Pink Suits are changing the world one flamboyant and raucous punk song at a time...
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Interview with Kill, the Icon: Prescribing a good ol’ dose of punk dissent
The Doctor is in the house….and he’s pissed off.
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‘Til the Fight is Won- Punk Rock and Unions
Punk has a very rich tradition of supporting unions in both songs and action. Read a snippet of the history here!
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