A number of overlapping punk rock subgenres have developed since the emergence of punk rock (often shortened to punk) in the mid-1970s. Even though punk genres at times are difficult to segregate, they usually show differing characteristics in overall structures, instrumental and vocal styles, and tempo. However, sometimes a particular trait is common in several genres, and thus punk genres are normally grouped by a combination of traits.
Famous quotes containing the words punk and/or rock:
“When theres no future
How can there be sin
Were the flowers in the dustbin
Were the poison in your human machine
Were the future
Your future
God Save the Queen”
—The Sex Pistols, British punk band (1976-1979)
“Margaret: Some people have life made for them.
Frank: Thats right, Mrs. Hammond, and some people make it for themselves. Its about time you took that ton of rock off your shoulders.”
—David Storey (b. 1933)