Description: Punk Paradox by Greg Graffin Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description A historical memoir and cultural criticism of punk rocks evolution, by the legendary singer-songwriter of Bad Religion Publisher Description Greg Graffin is the lead vocalist and songwriter of Bad Religion, recently described as "Americas most significant punk band." 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. Punk Paradox is Graffins life narrative before and during L.A. punks early years, detailing his observations on the genres explosive growth and his bands steady rise in importance. The book begins by exploring Graffins Midwestern roots and his life-changing move to Southern California in the mid-70s. Swept up into the burgeoning punk scene in the exhilarating and often-violent streets of Los Angeles, Graffin and his friends formed Bad Religion, built a fanbase, and became a touring institution. All these activities took place in parallel with Graffins never ceasing quest for intellectual enlightenment. Despite the demands of global tours, recording sessions, and dedication to songwriting, the author also balanced a budding academic career. In so doing, he managed to reconcile an improbable double-life as an iconic punk rock front man and University Lecturer in evolution. Graffins unique experiences mirror the paradoxical elements that define the punk genre-the pop influence, the quest for societys betterment, musics unifying power-all 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 punk-and its sonic significance-lived on while Graffin was ever willing to challenge convention, debunk mythology, and liberate listeners from the chains of indoctrination. 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. Author Biography GREG GRAFFIN is the lead singer and a songwriter in the punk band Bad Religion. He obtained his Ph.D. in Zoology at Cornell University and a masters in Geology from UCLA. He has lectured at UCLA and Cornell where currently he teaches evolution. He is also the author of Anarchy Evolution, co-authored with Steve Olson, and Population Wars: A New Perspective on Competition and Coexistence. When he is not on tour with Bad Religion he divides his time between upstate New York and Southern California. Details ISBN 0306924587 ISBN-13 9780306924583 Title Punk Paradox Author Greg Graffin Format Hardcover Year 2022 Pages 368 Publisher Hachette Books GE_Item_ID:160914623; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
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Book Title: Punk Paradox : a Memoir
Number of Pages: 368 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Hachette Books
Topic: Genres & Styles / Punk, Composers & Musicians, Popular Culture
Publication Year: 2022
Item Height: 1.5 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Music, Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
Item Weight: 20.8 Oz
Author: Greg Graffin
Item Length: 9.4 in
Item Width: 6.4 in
Format: Hardcover