punk rock

Fast, aggressive guitar riffs and stripped-down instrumentation define punk rock, which emerged in mid-1970s America and Britain. Characterized by short songs, raw production, and rebellious lyrics, punk rejected mainstream rock's complexity. Pioneered by bands like The Ramones and Sex Pistols, it emphasized energy over technical skill.

13 bands

• 7 Year Bitch

  USA punk rock+2
• Adickdid

  USA punk rock+1
• Afrirampo

  Japan punk rock+2
• Babes in Toyland

  USA alternative rock+2
• Big Joanie

  UK post-punk+2
• Bratmobile

  USA punk rock+3
• Daddy Issues

  USA grunge+1
• L7

  USA grunge+2
• Nasty Cherry

  UK punk rock+1
• Pussy Riot

  Russia punk rock+2
• The 'B' Girls

  Canada punk rock
• The 5,6,7,8's

  Japan garage rock+5
• The Runaways

  USA hard rock+3