The April roundup of our punk column ‘In Defense of the Genre’ includes recent news, reviews, and features, along with a list ...

Far beyond its first wave in the 1970s, the influence of punk’s earliest bands continues to be heard in the modern era.

Punk rock isn’t just music – it’s a culture, a statement, and a way of life. From its raw 1970s origins to countless subgenres, it thrives on DIY spirit, rebellion, and authenticity. Whether you’re ...

A fast, emotional punk song from 1978 is getting fresh attention after earning a spot on Rolling Stone’s “500 Greatest Songs ...

The feature centers on an aspiring singer who begins a chaotic tour with his teenage brothers.

Following the success of the 2025 Playback Punk Rock and Emo Music Festival,  Playback is set to deliver another ...

Five decades later, the club is gone. But the album remains. When he was 16, Richie Parsons, a Dorchester native, flipped ...

One entrepreneur turned rivalry into revenue — and launched a record label that connects Boston sports and punk music.

Playback: Punk, Rock, and Emo Music Festival 2026 brings the loudest riffs, mosh pits, and throwback hits back to the stage.

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