Punk and New Wave Flashcards
1
Q
When was punk rock at its peak?
A
Mid 1970s - early 1980s
2
Q
How did punk rock display its DIY production ethic?
A
Used independent small studios to create a simple, raw, unprocessed sound
3
Q
Describe the sound of punk rock guitars?
A
Distorted, though quite thin and harsh
4
Q
When was new wave at its peak?
A
Late 1970s - early 1980s
5
Q
What themes did punk rock and new wave lyrics deal with?
A
Social and political issues
6
Q
What was the aim of new wave music?
A
To achieve and energetic and unprocessed sound of real musicians
7
Q
What gave new wave music more depth than what was usual for punk?
A
The use of keyboards and more variety in the arrangements
8
Q
When was synth pop at its peak?
A
Mid-1970s -
