Brian Ramirez

Eduardo De La Cerda
Noelia Collins
(Group #3 The Charlie Parkers)
University of Texas at El Paso

The Punk Rock

Movement:
The Voice of a
Generation
Introduction
The origins of the Punk Rock Movement
Characteristics of Punk Rock and its Demographic
Consequences of Punk Rock in society and modern influence
Conclusion
 Origins of the Punk Rock Movement
The Punk Rock movement began in the 1970s with
The first well known Punk band is the Sex Pistols
the creation of a band named The Sex Pistols.
who formed the band in London in 1975.
A huge misconception of Punk Rock is that it was
Band members: Johny Rotten (vocalist), Steve Jones
created in the United States, but ultimately its
(guitarist), Paul Cook (drummer), Glen Matlock
origins are from the UK.
(bassist), Sid Vicious (Matlocks replacement)
The movement was created by the new generation

of garage playing teenagers bored of the hippie

generation of the 60s. The Punk Rock generation

influenced a new culture of ripped jeans, mohawks,

spiked jewelry, and torn shirts.

 Characteristics of the Punk Rock
Movement
Characteristics of the Music and
Movement
Liberation - At the time of its birth, punk rock expressed the
desire of the youth for a more liberated society. The themes
expressed in punk rock--anarchism, socialism, individualism,
anti-racism, and anti-sexism--spoke to a generation that
desire to remove societal constraints on human behavior in
terms of gender, sexual expression, etc.
Political Statement - Punk rock is traditionally very
political, expressing anti-militarism, anti-capitalism,
anarchism, and socialism in the lyrics of punk rock songs.
Expression - The punk rock movement not only changed the
way in which teenagers expressed rebellion, but also in how
men in the movement (particularly the performers) expressed
masculinity. Punk rock even influenced graphic design, and
protest art.
Characteristics of the Fanbase
(Punk Rock Demographic)
Outlet - Punk rock was and is an outlet for teens and adolescents
to express emotions, frustration, and a desire for greater freedom.
This was expressed by deliberately atypical hairstyles and clothing
such as ripped t-shirts.
Freedom - Punk rock expressed (and continues to express) a
desire for liberation, rebellion, and self-expression among punk
rock fans. The punk rock movement spoke for the wave and
expanded the barriers of liberty. As Gilberto Terrazas, bassist for
the punk rock band Fallex said, "I`ve overcome different barriers
by listening to music. The emotions given at the time of playing, is
pure freedom..."
 Consequences
80`s punk rock bands, The sex pistols, The Ramones,
and The clash have influenced today's mainstream
bands such as Blink-182, Green Day, and Red hot chili
peppers.
Do-it-your-self record labels, and sound industries
created.
Inspired today's political resistances sustaining freedom
rights.
Clothing and hairstyles from the punk rock era has
created a futuristic style in the modeling industry.
 Modern Punk Rock Groups
Green Day are an American punk rock band formed , California in 1987. The members include
Billie Joe Armstrong (vocals and guitar), Mike Dirnt (bass), Tr Cool (drums) and Jason White
(guitar).
Rise Against is an American melodic hardcore band from Chicago, Illinois, formed in 1999. The
band's current line-up vocalist/rhythm guitarist Tim McIlrath, lead guitarist Zach Blair, bassist Joe
Principe and drummer Brandon Barnes.
Blink-182 are a Pop Punk band formed in 1992. Original lineup were Mark Hoppus (Bass Guitar,
Vocals)
Tom DeLonge (Guitar, vocals) Scott Raynor (Drums).
The Offspring is an American punk rock band from, California, formed in 1984. The band consists of
lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Dexter Holland, bassist Greg K, lead guitarist Kevin Wasserman
and drummer Pete Parada.

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 In conclusion, the effects of the
Punk Rock movement infiltrated
our Western culture in many
ways, and can still be seen today.
In political logos and movements,
graphic art, and punk clothing,
Conclusion jewelry, and even hair. The
advocates and members of the
Punk Rock movement were also
human rights advocates, and in
many ways shaped human rights
marches and movements that we
see today.
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