Tag: ANARCHISM
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“The Revolution Will Be Televised” by Ray Stuart (Earth Island Books)
Ray Stuart’s The Revolution Will Be Televised is a brilliant and incendiary piece of writing that deftly balances biting critique with raw wit, simultaneously reflecting a rallying cry for change and an immensely enjoyable read. Through its collection of essays, the book dives headfirst into issues such as monarchy, government, religion, hereditary privilege, and the…
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“Anarcho-Punk: Music And Resistance In London 1977–1988” by David Insurrection (Earth Island Books)
David Insurrection’s Anarcho-Punk: Music and Resistance in London 1977–1988 is a literary exploration of one most radical subcultures in punk rock music. The book is not only a chronicle of anarcho punk movement but showcases its transformative impact on music, politics, and activism. Through careful research and an intimate understanding of the movement, Insurrection paints…
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“Raccoon Starts A Band” by Alex CF (Earth Island Books)
Alex CF’s Raccoon Starts a Band feels like the kind of book you didn’t know you needed until you’ve held it in your hands. As the follow-up to Punks in the Willows, this illustrated story is a vibrant celebration of music, creativity, and the punk ethos. But it’s more than that, it’s a heartfelt, semi-autobiographical…
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Crass: Revolutionizing Punk Rock
Crass was more than just a band; they were a movement that revolutionized punk rock in ways that resonated far beyond the music itself. Emerging in the late 1970s, Crass brought a new dimension to the punk scene by infusing it with anarchist ideology, DIY ethics, and a fierce critique of social, political, and economic…
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Domesticated Vol. 2 Available As An Audiobook
You can now get Domesticated Vol.2 as an audiobook. With the audiobook you get little bits of music and sounds effects too and you dont even have to turn thepages. But of course, with the physical copy you get the photos and illustrations. It might be an idea to grab both versions. You can listen…
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“Domesticated Vol. 2” by James Domestic (Earth Island Books)
In the second edition of his groundbreaking series, “Domesticated Vol. 2,” James Domestic reaffirms his status as a literary maverick and punk provocateur extraordinaire. With a razor-sharp wit and an unapologetic attitude, Domestic takes readers on a whirlwind journey through the corridors of his mind, challenging conventions and defying expectations at every turn. From the…
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Interview: Dan McKee, the author of “Anarchist Atheist Punk Rock Teacher”
We recently spoke with Dan McKee, the brilliant mind behind the thought-provoking book, “Anarchist Atheist Punk Rock Teacher.” We had the privilege of diving into the depths of his insightful work and gaining a deeper understanding of the inspiration that fueled its creation. To start off, can you share a brief overview of your book,…
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Earth Island Books To Release “Anarchist Atheist Punk Rock Teacher” By Dan McKee
Exploring the various ways in which anarchist philosophy, atheism, and a background in DIY punk rock influenced one conflicted teacher’s approach to the classroom over twelve turbulent and thought-provoking years, ‘Anarchist Atheist Punk Rock Teacher’ is more than just a memoir of some teacher you’ve never met. It is philosophy of education, of anarchism, of…
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X: Straight Edge And Radical Sobriety By Gabriel Kuhn (PM Press)
Today we have another superb book about straight-edge movement on our pages. X: Straight Edge And Radical Sobriety is a second book about the straight edge movement by Gabriel Kuhn and an appropriate continuation of Sober Living For The Revolution: Hardcore Punk, Straight Edge, And Radical Politics. Perhaps ten years passed between releasing these two…
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Sober Living For The Revolution: Hardcore Punk, Straight Edge, And Radical Politics by Gabriel Kuhn (PM Press)
Like it or not, the straight-edge movement first appeared in the early eighties and still inspires people to live their lives more healthily, far away from drugs, nicotine, alcohol, and promiscuity. At first, Ian MacKaye promoted the movement through his work with Minor Threat and Dischord Records, but the bands gradually embraced the ideas and…
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