People often tell me punk is dead, yet here in my city, and the surrounding areas, despite the all-ages clubs being shut-down, and bands going on hiatus, or effectively breaking up, there's still a small community. This community is growing among people both older and younger, and this is what punk is. It's that annoying std that no matter how many creams you use, always seems to come back, or so it goes. We're a rash, and we are always going to come back.
In the last weekend a lone, I've witnessed two awesome concerts, while another went on in another area of the city. I read an inspiring article that finally recognizes the punk scene for what it is, and what the bands are trying to do. In the last few months, I've heard, and seen more hard work from the some of the local bands than I have in years, and it feels fucking great. The One-Eyed Muskrats, Strange Peaks, Rebel Scum,The Corporate Life,Their Decline Is Ours,, all great bands, working relentlessly to spark any sort of an interest. From The Gallowsto new bands, and now End Of An Era: Oshawa Punk, a local listing on facebook that also promotes bands, shows and hoping soon to be a radio station run by Zach Weaver (Myself) of Rebel Scum, & Justin Coupland of The Corporate Life proves punk is not dead in Oshawa, and that there is still an interest.
Take the time to check out the links I provided, (the blue words) and give these bands a listen, and make sure to check them out live!!
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