Punk music is a raw, energetic genre that emerged in the mid-1970s. Characterized by short, fast songs, simple instrumentation, and often anti-establishment lyrics, it championed a [[Do It Yourself|DIY]] ethos and a rejection of mainstream rock. This powerful cultural movement influenced [[Alternative Rock|alternative rock]] and many other music styles.
See also
- [[Rock Music|Rock_Music]]
- [[New Wave|New_Wave]]
- [[Hardcore Punk|Hardcore_Punk]]
- [[Subculture|Subculture]]