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The Significance of the Art of Punk
When you think of punk, what pops into your mind? Is it the snarling guitars, the ripped jeans, or maybe the anarchic spirit that refuses to be tamed? Well, punk is not just music or fashion—it’s a vibrant, raw, and unapologetic form of art. The significance of punk art goes far beyond the surface; it’s a cultural statement, a visual roar that challenges norms and celebrates individuality. Let me take you on a journey through this electrifying world where creativity meets re
Pistol Pete
Oct 274 min read


Evolving Punk Fashion Trends
Punk fashion has always been a wild, rebellious ride - a visual scream against the ordinary. From its gritty beginnings in the 1970s to the kaleidoscopic expressions of today, punk style refuses to stay still. It’s like a living, breathing beast that constantly shifts, morphs, and surprises. If you’re a collector or a fan of punk, ska, rock & roll, or film memorabilia, you know that punk fashion is more than just clothes - it’s a statement, a culture, a history stitched into
Pistol Pete
Oct 204 min read


The Cultural Impact of Punk Artwork
When you think of punk, what pops into your head? Mohawks, leather jackets, loud music, and a rebellious spirit that refuses to be tamed. But beyond the music and fashion, there’s a visual language that screams just as loudly: punk art themes. These visuals are not just decoration; they are a cultural force, a mirror reflecting the angst, energy, and ethos of a generation that dared to challenge the status quo. Today, I’m diving deep into the world of punk art themes and thei
Pistol Pete
Oct 154 min read


Discovering the Aesthetics of Punk Art
When you think of punk, what pops into your head? Mohawks, leather jackets, rebellious anthems blasting through speakers? Well, punk is...
Pistol Pete
Oct 64 min read


Exploring the Core of Punk Art
Punk art is not just a style; it’s a roaring, rebellious scream etched onto walls, vinyl covers, and zines. It’s raw, unpolished, and...
Pistol Pete
Sep 294 min read


Authenticating Your Punk Art Collection
If you’re diving headfirst into the wild, rebellious world of punk art, you already know it’s not just about the visuals. It’s about the...
Pistol Pete
Sep 234 min read


READ THE SENSATIONAL TRUE STORY OF THE SEX PISTOLS INFAMOUS 1977 SILVER JUBILEE RIOTOUS RIVER BOAT GIG...GUARDIAN.
Before the police came, it was a great party. Make that a capital G. Let's take all this sequentially: after an hour of waiting, the...
Pistol Pete
Jun 25 min read


JAMIE REID THE ARTIST & THE LEGEND...The P&J.
His controversial art is known all across the globe – from piercing the late Queen’s lip with a safety pin to Nazifying Donald Trump with...
Pistol Pete
May 28, 20234 min read


Simonon and the smashing of his beloved bass guitar.. How Pennie Smith turned The Clash into icons.
Pennie Smith was standing less than six feet away when Paul Simonon, bass-player with the Clash, smashed his guitar to pieces on stage at...
Pistol Pete
Nov 7, 20226 min read


Maybe the Top 10 Punk gigs in the U.K....were you there?
Punk’s DIY philosophy urged all would-be punks just to get up and do it, regardless of ability. Yet, despite the notoriety, many of its...
Pistol Pete
Nov 5, 20222 min read


Inside Sid Vicious...The Guardian.
The voice is quavery and hesitant, the sound of a frightened, exhausted young man. The trebly nature of the recording - on a cassette,...
Pistol Pete
Oct 31, 20229 min read


The Curse of The Ramones....Rolling Stone
Onstage, they were the personification of unity – even family. The four men dressed the same –in leather motorcycle jackets, weathered...
Pistol Pete
Jun 7, 202228 min read


The First Time I Heard The Pistols... Rolling Stone.
“No future for me/No future for you,” roared the Sex Pistols on their 1977 U.K. smash “God Save the Queen,” and the legendary British...
Pistol Pete
May 24, 202214 min read


The Amazing Truth Behind the Story of 2 Tone Records Iconic cover art.
Designer David Storey recounts how he helped create the visual identity of one of the most socially strident labels of the late ’70s and...
Pistol Pete
Dec 11, 20214 min read


SOCCER ROCKER.KOSMO VINYL ON THE CLASH, SCORSESE, STIFF RECORDS, AND HIS FOOTBALL-OBSESSED ART.
“The Clash were for me, at that time, pound for pound the best rock ‘n’ roll band that I knew of,” declares Kosmo Vinyl, thinking back on...
Pistol Pete
Nov 18, 20217 min read


The extraordinary story of how "The Devil's Chord" broke up The Specials.
The Specials’ magnificent recording career came to an explosive end when the ska wizards' guitarist, Roddy “Radiation” Byers, was unable...
Pistol Pete
Oct 2, 20201 min read


The Clash,Guy Stevens and the making of London Calling.
This interview with ‘London Calling’ producer Guy Stevens is sourced from Charles Shaar Murray’s book of collected reviews and interviews...
Pistol Pete
Sep 10, 20205 min read


"The Gig That Changed The World"....The Sex Pistols legendary 1976 Manchester gig.
“Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?” The now legendary June 4th, 1976 gig at Manchester’s Lesser Free Trade Hall spawned the...
Pistol Pete
Jun 17, 20202 min read


The Sex Pistols glorious last stand at Winterland.
The Sex Pistols‘ 1978 U.S. tour was a fucking fiasco. Legendary punk Sid Vicious was seriously addicted to heroin, and Johnny Rotten was...
Pistol Pete
May 24, 20202 min read


Sid Vicious's final hours....
Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious was found dead in New York City on 2 February 1979, 41 years ago. It was less than four months after the...
Pistol Pete
May 19, 20205 min read
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