11/16-continue thoughts on punk rock

When any new genre of music comes about, there's always controversy about how it will affect our youth and culture. Punk rock had some aspects that came across as demonic. The lyrics, the style of dress, and the piercings among other things played a part in shaping the way Americans and Europeans viewed punk rock. Some kids took the piercings out of proportions and stuck safety pins through their mouths. Ultimately, there was punk rock culture and then there was the exaggerated version of rock that was portrayed and attacked in the media. Some of what the media had to say about punk rock was true. Groups during this time included The Slits, Black Flags, and Brad Kennedy's. Punk rock culture gave the up and coming youth a new way to express their minds. During the late seventies, punk rock branched out and another genre was formed. "Hardcore" punk made a little more sense but it also had an edge to it. The lyrics sent a message about the happenings in the world and the daily issues in life that may concern relationships. However, drugs were being used excessively at shows causing some people to have erratic behavior. I'm sure that was not good for anyone involved. On the flip side, a group named Fugazi was one that did not advocate alcohol or drug use. The Slits were an all girl group and were alot different from the rest. Their appearance was similar to that of hippies but they influential to the rock world nonetheless. A magazine by the name of Sniffin Glue came about and was the first official fanzine that teens used to display information on the latest music, hangouts, and more. Although punk rock had several negative aspects, there was also some positive aspects to it as well.