Punk Music:
Punk music is a raw, energetic genre that emerged in the mid-1970s as a reaction to the perceived excesses of mainstream rock music. Originating in the US and the UK, punk's fast-paced, stripped-down sound, combined with rebellious, often political lyrics, gave a voice to the disaffected youth of the time. With its DIY ethos, punk encouraged independent production and distribution, rejecting the commercial aspects of the music industry

Classic Punk: This subgenre is the original punk sound, characterized by its fast, aggressive, and often simple music structure. It originated with bands like The Ramones and The Sex Pistols, focusing on anti-establishment themes, alienation, and individualism.
Punk Rock: This term often refers to the broader punk genre, encompassing various styles but generally focusing on the energetic, rebellious ethos and fast-paced sound that characterized the original punk movement.
Garage Punk: Known for its raw, unpolished sound and energetic performances, garage punk emerged in the mid-60s and was revived in the 90s. Bands like The Stooges and The Gories are key to this gritty, DIY subgenre.
Hardcore Punk: Emerging in the late 1970s and early 1980s, hardcore punk intensified the speed and aggression of classic punk. Often more political, this subgenre features shorter songs, louder sound, and a more abrasive approach. Bands like Black Flag and Minor Threat were pioneers of hardcore punk.
Post-Punk: This subgenre developed in the late 1970s as punk bands began to experiment with different sounds and textures. Post-punk is characterized by its incorporation of electronic instruments, darker atmospheres, and more complex songwriting. Artists like Joy Division and Siouxsie and the Banshees shaped this sound.
Pop Punk: Blends punk’s energetic attitude with catchy melodies and pop-like hooks. Emerging in the 1990s with bands like Green Day and Blink-182, pop punk often focuses on themes like relationships, youth rebellion, and growing up, with a more radio-friendly sound.
Anarcho-Punk: This politically charged subgenre of punk focuses on anti-authoritarian and anti-capitalist messages. Bands in this movement, such as Crass and Conflict, not only pushed political boundaries in their lyrics but also embraced DIY ethics in production and promotion.
Street Punk/Oi!: Street punk and Oi! developed in the late 1970s as a working-class response to the growing commercialization of punk. This subgenre is characterized by its raw sound, chant-like choruses, and working-class themes. Bands like The Exploited and Cockney Rejects are associated with this movement.
Ska Punk: Ska punk blends the upbeat rhythms of ska music with the energy and aggression of punk rock. Bands like The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and Rancid brought this fusion to the forefront, particularly in the 1990s.
Crust Punk: Crust punk combines elements of punk and metal, characterized by its gritty sound and politically charged, dystopian lyrics. Bands like Amebix and Discharge are recognized for shaping this subgenre.
Folk Punk: This subgenre blends folk music’s acoustic instrumentation with punk's rebellious spirit. Folk punk artists often use traditional instruments like fiddles and banjos while maintaining the raw energy and DIY ethos of punk. Bands like Against Me! and The Pogues have embraced this style.
Emo Punk: Emerging in the 1980s, emo punk is known for its deeply emotional lyrics, often exploring personal issues like heartbreak, identity, and alienation. The music itself retains the aggression of punk but incorporates more melodic elements. Bands like Rites of Spring and Jawbreaker were early innovators.
Grunge: Is often seen as a bridge between punk and alternative rock, emerging in the late 1980s in Seattle. Combining punk’s raw, unpolished sound with heavy guitar riffs, bands like Nirvana and Soundgarden brought grunge into the mainstream in the 1990s.