Folk punk facts for kids

Folk punk (also called rogue folk) is a cool mix of folk music and punk rock. It became popular in the early 1980s. Bands like The Pogues in Britain and Violent Femmes in the United States helped it become well-known. Folk punk had some success in the 1980s. More recently, some of its subgenres, like Celtic punk and Gypsy punk, have also become popular.

What is Folk Punk?

Folk punk is a type of music that blends the raw energy of punk rock with the traditional sounds of folk music. It includes many styles, such as Celtic punk, gypsy punk, and acoustic punk. This music style is often connected to the DIY ethic in punk. This means bands often do things themselves, like organizing shows in house venues instead of just big concert halls.

Instruments and Sounds

Folk punk musicians play their own songs in a punk rock style. But they also use special folk instruments. These can include mandolins, accordions, banjos, or violins. This mix gives folk punk its unique sound.

Messages in the Music

Folk punk songs often share ideas about making the world a better place. They talk about fairness and equality for everyone. Topics often include treating all people fairly, equal rights for girls and women, and caring for animals. Sometimes, they also discuss ideas about people working together without needing strict rules.

Images for kids

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  Danbert Nobacon from the band Chumbawamba playing live in 1986.

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  A folk punk festival that also supported anarchist ideas.

See also

In Spanish: Folk punk para niños