First Punk Artist/Band?
 

From what I've seen and read, the answer I've seen the most is Sex Pistols when they released 'Never Mind the Bollocks' in 1976.

But! Are there other candidates that could be considered the first punk band?

Link Wray:
-Maybe a stretch, but his pioneering use in distortion and power chords and his general punkish attitude in 50's rock n roll give him some credibility. He's a major influence at the least.

The Sonics:
-Probably my nomination. Part of the garage rock scene in the mid 60's and I don't see much separation between them and Sex Pistols in terms of sound and attitude, despite being over a decade older.

The Monks:
-Iggy Pop said something along the lines of they are the definition of punk because of their stripped down sound and simplicity. Anyone who has heard them can second the motion about simplicity.

MC5/The Stooges:
-Pretty self explanatory. Two big proto-punk bands that could be considered the first punk band.

Your thoughts? Any other nominations?

Really? Haven't we completely worn out this topic yet?

If that's the case, I have no problem with the mods deleting this thread. I searched 'first punk band' and 'first' in the search feature and nothing came up.

For some reason the thread is in the metal forum.
Here is the link:
http://www.musicbanter.com/rock-meta...nted-punk.html

Yeah, already discussed. Plus, if anybody really thinks Sex Pistols were first, they need to do a lot more research.

It is like saying what was the first Metal album. There is no definitive answer. Many bands and artists supplied the ammunition without actually firing the gun.

Really who gives a crap who started what as long as you appreciate those that filled in parts of the jigsaw.

http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/...CookBBC460.jpg

This man was punk long before any musician had an idea for it.

Sorted ;)

close this thread please

i already said i invented punk

We can't fault him. He did use the search engine, the thread is clearly misplaced.

This will however, be locked. Discussion is welcome to take place in the alternative thread linked!