how to be punk? I wrote an article on this on my site and would like more info from your experience as a punk?
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go back to the beginning. the first real punk band. the clash. the album is called london calling. they were the first. the punk of today is more neo punk. it is too stupid. punk had an important message in thier songs. it was more than just being rebllious. it was about being a free thinker bout being anti establishment for real reasons and about wantin gto bring about change and awareness not just dressing funny and dissing britney. go retro.
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The Sex Pistols cause they dissed the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in true punk rock fashion. And yes they are still around and sometimes play when they want to. That is the true spirit of punk. Play when you want to by your own rules and do-it-yourself. Screw the record companies and be yourself. Totally punk all the way.
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I learned it all by myself. Mixing 'nd matching is my thing.\nThanks to 70's punk.\n\nThat would be lovely.
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I wrote this for a similar question.\n\nWell, Goth is, I guess you could say a subculture somewhat in the way that punk is. The "Goth Rock" scene took off from the Punk Scene the late 70s - early 80s. Goth is associated with specific types of music and dress. A lot of "dark" things influence the Goth culture; horror films, 19th century literature, romanticism is a huge part. Most Goths wear lots of black clothing, makeup for guys and girls, etc. Not all Goths are Atheists as many believe; they have many religious backgrounds, as do Punks. Punk, like I said is also a subculture. It started with the music of "Punk Rock" in the 70s. There are many different types of Punk scenes; they tend to link very closely with the music their scene is related to, in their beliefs, dress, literature, etc. All Punk scenes are really pretty different, though most people think of Street Punks with their Mohawks, boots, and studded leather jackets. No however, people who are not directly associated with Punk or Goth culture lump them together, mainly based on their ignorance of the said culture. I have heard people say..."I am so punk, I buy everything at Hottopic." Well, I highly doubt any true Punk would ever shop at that store. Also, you may have heard the, "If you say you're punk then you aren't." Actually Punks as well as Goths identify them selves as such, they know what they like and believe, and they wish to be associated with this culture.
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Metal prevails. in the 80's there were a lot of good punk bands. I'm not too sure now. Some of them were Black Flag, Dead Kennedy's, Circle Jerks check em' out. Punk has always been overshadowed by Metal. Metal in the 80's you had. Judas Priest, AC/DC, Iron Maiden, Motley Crue, OZZY...
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not all of us do.\n\nthat is so stereotypical of you to label punks as druggies. i know lots of people who take drugs, and NONE of them are punk!!!!
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Millions of Dead Cops? I don't know how to describe them. They were one of the Bay Area's best no-talent punk bands. I saw them a couple times, their live show sounded worse than their recordings (which were almost unlistenable) but they were crazy. They were probably one of the most influential of the East Bay punk bands. Very political, very loud. That's all I can say.
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You have a large selection of really bad answers here. Everyone that centers on the clothing, the make-up etc, needs to pull their heads out of their asses and learn that the person you are isn't defined by what you wear. And carlito, needs help, real help. As for your answer, do some research, it is a subculture of the punk-rock movement, but again, a lot of bad information. Hit the library, not the web. When you search the web you don't know where your information is coming from, when you are in the library every source is verifiable.
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1-not caring wut ppl think\n2-freedom...u do wutevr u want wenevr u want\n3-punk rock...NOT junk like avril,good charlotte,REAL punk like The Donnas,The Clash,NOFX...good stuff\n4-being tough(thats wut i heard)\n5-and punks not about the clothes u wear..u can be a punk and wear PINK...u shudnt let ppl tell u wut 2 wear.\n6-most punks i know have weird hair colors...but hair dye is optional.u dont have to\n7-the punk ATTITUDE!!!!!!!!!!
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Old school punk is the best....bands like The Damned, The Ramones, The Buzzcocks, etc!!!!
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i know that a few years back there was a canadian magazine called "sonic onion" (sic) that covered indie punk/rock.  i'm sure if they're still around they must have a website.  try "soniconion.com".
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Ok this can be a tough one. Being in a band myself, and currently looking to be signed, I may have a few good ways to break into the scene. First off you should cut a demo. Now a days there are allot of places to this. I would start by googleing recording studios in your area, or look in the phonebook. Most places will charge about 25-40 an hour, so be mindful about where you go to. Second get your name out there. The best way to do this is to play shows where ever you can. There is no place to small to put on a show and get yourself out there. Understand that most record companies get so many demos a month from so many bands that have been around allot longer then you. And Record Reps don't look for acts that are not established. So it may be years before a big record company comes knocking on your door. The one thing you have to have is drive, any record company small or large will not take any intrest in an artist if they don't have drive. They are more willing to help an artist who helps themselves. I can tell you that my band has had to play allot of dive bars and underground shows before that one really big show came along, or people started to take notice. Also you want to generate buzz about yourself. Bring something to the table that no one else is. Their are allot of artists out there who want the same thing, its tough but you have to have the edge, or you will be passed over. Keep contacts with people. The more you keep in touch with people who work in the music business, the better they will remember you when it comes to name dropping on there part. And finally be as friendly and nice to people you meet as you can. More often then not people get an ego about who they think they are, and a mark is put on them. And word spreads very fast about people who are rude or have a huge ego. It is really up to you how you want to act, but people will be more friendly and willing to help you out if you are nice. I hope this helps. True its not everything you need to know, but its a good start.
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Punk music does not suck.  Neither does rock and roll.  \nWithout it I would surely Die!\nLong live The Ramones, Iggy Pop, The Plimsouls, Debbie Harry, Patti Smith, The Sex Pistols, The Clash, David Bowie.........\nYou people are out of your mind if you think these bands suck!  And you know what else?  If you're into RAP, you ask any reputable RAP artist and they'll tell you that they have taken many of their tunes and melodies and lyrical ideas from punk and rock.  Give credit where it's due.
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First off, asking how to on here is not a good start, and is definetly not very "punk". Depending on what part of the song you're talking about, there are many different answers to your question. But, no matter what part of the song, in order to write punk you need to have heart. You need to be passionate, and it needs to be believable. Otherwise, NO ONE will care.\n\nLyrics: These need to be real. Don't write about drugs if you've never tried them. Don't write about sex if you've never had it. Write what you KNOW. Write from the heart. It does NOT have to rhyme. If the emotion is real, people will feel it and connect with it, no matter how bad the words may be. Political is great in punk, but if you don't know what you're talking about, don't bother.\n\nMusic: This is where you might need a little experience. Luckily for you, it's punk, so it's going to be simple anyway. For guitar, just try messing around with power chord progressions, whatever sounds good will work. Try to make it so a vocal melody will fit easily with it, palm muting is a good tool but don't overuse it. Bass in punk, depending on the sub-genre, is usually pretty complicated. I'd definetly suggest writing just the guitar unless you're experienced on bass, otherwise, get a friend who can already play. Ditto with drums, and it needs to be a driving beat that doesn't overtake the message of the song.\n\nListening to a lot of punk will help you, but too much will handicap you in creating your own original STYLE. Most of the writing process is a hands-on, do it yourself thing, that can't be explained or taught.\n\nJust give it your best shot, as long as it comes from the heart it shouldn't be too bad.\n\nHope I've helped you at least a little bit!
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There are many with great punk/emo scenes...check out: DC, Chapel Hill, NYC, Omaha, Toronto, Seattle, San Francisco, Austin - all have pretty great scenes. You should just find a town that suits you the best :)
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I'm in the same boat! Despite Mr. Wizard's comments, there are a lot of people who want that good, true school hip hop! There's def. a market for independent/underground hip-hop. I agree that myspace.com is a great resource for up and comers, the networking opps. are great! I you live in a big city, look into all of the local clubs/bars - a lot of them have 'open mic' nights. This is a way to get exposure and on-stage experience - which is critical because if you want to make it independently, a good live show can be your bread and butter! Also, get that demo in tip top shape and send it out to independent hip-hop labels. A few I can think of are halftooth records, seven heads, justus league.... Def. be prepared to work very hard and put a lot of time and effort into it, and love it too! If you don't love it what's the point?
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are you looking for a dictionary definition or what punk is?\n   1. Dry decayed wood, used as tinder.\n   2. Any of various substances that smolder when ignited, used to light fireworks.\n   3. Chinese incense.\nadj. Slang\n   1. Of poor quality; worthless.\n   2. Weak in spirits or health.\n\npunk is no rock stars, punk is DIY, punk is we are all in this sewer together so f*** it.  its not about buying cloths at hot-topic or how many colors are in your hair.\n\nand though punk music tends to get labeled as only being three chords, that doesn't quite explain bands like television, pere ubu, the pogues or the much later mission of burma...the list is actually very long.  there is also some very sophisticated lyrics in many punk songs, not all, but then it wouldn't be punk if it wasn't also fun and stupid sometimes.  and for many its feels very relevant, especially if you look at what is now "classic rock" that was being made when punk came out. after all for however "technically good" stairway to heaven might be, how the crap is anyone suppose to relate to it, but then you have iggy pop yelling about how he has a right, or x singing about being fed up with the city or agent orange singing about "everything turning grey" or whatever else and you hear it and think, thats how i feel!  i'm sick of all the BS as well!\n\nif there had been "punks" at the time, the who would not have been playing to hippies.  and to say that punk music is worthless or whatever is to deny alot of music history, as many bands were first inspired by punk bands.  after all its accessible, you look up at the stage and think, "i can do that! i want to do that!"  of the velvet underground, which punk has its roots in, its been said that though not many people saw them play, everyone that ever did started a band.  an exaggeration yes, i'm sure one person didn't :)\n\nif you are looking to read some just about the history of punk music i suggest "please kill me"\nthere is also "the philosophy of punk" which is a rather good read as well.\n\ncircle jerks, paid vacation, 81-82\nI hope you're having fun\nwhere's your uniform? where's your gun?\nbetter rub up that suntan oil\n'cause you'll be fighting in the desert\nit's not..vietnam\njust another oil company scam\nsalute that flag of uncle sam\nget your money out place your bets\nit's afghanistan!!\nfix baionets,check grenades\ngot enough bullets\ngot enough rounds to wipe out this place?\nWere the infantry & cavalery\nparachutes fill the sky, bodies burn and people die