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Glam punk

Glam punk is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1970s. It is usually classed as a form of glam rock and punk music. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Glam punk

Glam punk is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1970s. It is usually classed as a form of glam rock and punk music.

Among the best-known names in the style are Brian Molko.

From Wikipedia

Glam punk is a subgenre of rock music that began in the early to mid-1970s and incorporates elements of proto-punk and glam rock. The genre was pioneered by the New York Dolls, who influenced the formation of other New York City groups the Stilettos, the Brats and Ruby and the Rednecks and bands in the United Kingdom including the Hollywood Brats and Jet. These bands largely began the early punk rock scene. The impact of Hanoi Rocks brought about a revived interest in the sound during the 1980s, seeing a revival with groups including the Dogs D'Amour and Soho Roses, and the pioneering of glam metal. Through the 1990s, some groups gained significant commercial success reviving the sound of glam punk, notably the Manic Street Preachers, Backyard Babies and Turbonegro.

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Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Glam punk.

Key artists

  • Brian Molko

Frequently asked questions

What is Glam punk?

Glam punk is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1970s. It is usually classed as a form of glam rock and punk music.

Where and when did Glam punk originate?

Glam punk originated in United States in the 1970s.

Who are famous Glam punk artists?

Brian Molko.

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