PUnk

Start here to grow your Punk collection with some of the top records from the past 50 years. From pop-punk to hardcore there is something here for every listener to explore and add to their collection.

Punk emerged in the 1970s as a raw, DIY, reaction to the excesses of mainstream Rock music. Even in it’s infancy the genre showcased a wide range of complexity and intensity.

The 80s saw the sound of Punk expand even wider with the emergence and solidification of distinct sub-genres like Hardcore and Post-Punk.

In the 1990s, Punk experienced a mainstream explosion, often labeled “Pop-Punk,” which blended Punk’s energy and attitude with more tuneful melody and commercial sounds, bringing the previously underground sound to widespread popularity. Simultaneously, more underground and independent Punk scenes continued to thrive, maintaining a DIY ethic and often exploring heavier or more experimental approaches, resisting the commercialization of the genre.

In the 2000s, Punk music saw a continuation of the mainstream success from the previous decade, with bands refining the blend of catchy hooks and Punk energy for mass appeal. Meanwhile, the underground Punk scenes persisted and evolved, incorporating influences from genres like Hardcore, Indie Rock, and Electronic Music, engaging new generations and exciting old-heads with new sounds.

In the modern era, Punk music continues to thrive in diverse forms, with bands drawing inspiration from the sounds of the past while often incorporating modern musical trends as well as social and political commentary into their lyrics. The times may have changed but the ion and impact of the music has not diminished.

Shop our Discogs Selects collection of Punk must-haves for sale on vinyl. From legendary icons like The Ramones, The Sex Pistols, and Minor Threat to modern masters like Against Me!, Title Fight, and Alkaline Trio, this collection aims to guide exploration for those just starting their collector’s journey as well as those already immersed in the music. Shop Discogs today to find the best Punk records to add to your record collection.