Punk Rock

Punk Rock: 113 upcoming festivals, including 41 with tickets on sale.

Punk Rock is characterized by its fast, raw, and often abrasive sound, typically featuring distorted guitars, driving basslines, and aggressive drumming, creating an energetic and confrontational atmosphere. Emerging in the mid-1970s, it developed in the US, UK, and Australia as a reaction against the perceived excesses and institutionalization of mainstream 1970s rock, building upon earlier protopunk influences. Iconic pioneers of the genre include The Ramones, Sex Pistols, and The Saints. Its cultural impact extended beyond music, fostering a DIY ethos and anti-establishment sentiment that influenced fashion, art, and social movements.

Parent genrePunk Rock / New Wave