Overview
From the legendary singer-songwriter of Bad Religion comes a historical memoir and cultural criticism of punk rockās evolution.
Greg Graffin is the lead vocalist and songwriter of Bad Religion, recently described as āAmerica's most significant punk band.ā Since its inception in Los Angeles in 1980, Bad Religion has produced 18 studio albums, become a long-running global touring powerhouse, and has established a durable legacy as one of the most influential punk rock bands of all time.
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Punk Paradox is Graffin's life narrative before and during L.A. punk's early years, detailing his observations on the genre's explosive growth and his band'sĀ steady rise in importance. The book begins by exploring Graffinās Midwestern roots and his life-changing move to Southern California in the mid-ā70s. Swept up into the burgeoning punk scene in the exhilarating and often-violent streets of Los Angeles, Graffin and his friends formed Bad Religion,Ā built a fanbase, and became a touring institution. All these activities took place in parallel with Graffin's never ceasing quest for intellectual enlightenment.Ā Despite the demands of global tours, recording sessions, and dedication to songwriting, the author also balanced a budding academic career. In so doing, heĀ managed to reconcile an improbable double-life as an iconic punk rock front man and University Lecturer in evolution.
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Graffinās unique experiences mirror the paradoxical elements that define the punk genreāthe pop influence, the quest for societyās betterment, musicās unifying powerāall of which are prime ingredients in its surprising endurance. Fittingly, this book argues against the traditional narrative of the popular perception of punk. As Bad Religion changed from year to year, the spirit of punkāand its sonic significanceālived on while Graffin was ever willing to challenge convention, debunk mythology, and liberate listeners from the chains of indoctrination.
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As insightful as it is exciting, this thought-provoking memoir provides both a fly on the wall history of the punk scene and astute commentary on its endurance and evolution.
This book title, Punk Paradox (A Memoir), ISBN: 9780306924590, by Greg Graffin, published by Hachette Books (November 7, 2023) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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