Youth groups Flashcards
(19 cards)
How did adults in the 1970s view the youth culture of the time?
With concern, much like they had in the 1960s.
What did 1970s youth subcultures reflect?
The wider social, political, and economic tensions of the decade.
When did the punk movement emerge in Britain?
Around 1975–1976.
Which American band influenced the British punk scene?
The New York Dolls.
Name two key British punk bands.
The Sex Pistols and The Clash.
What characterized the music of punk bands?
Loud, fast, and nihilistic music rejecting commercialism and hippy ideals.
What themes did punk lyrics often explore?
Social alienation and frustration.
What did punk emphasize over musical skill?
The raw act of playing and self-expression.
How did the older generation react to punk and youth culture?
They resented and disapproved of these youth groups.
What characterized the image of the punk movement in 1975–76?
Shocking fashion including bondage gear, safety pins, ripped T-shirts, and spiky hair.
Who were key figures in shaping the punk image through fashion?
Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren, who opened the boutique ‘SEX’ on King’s Road, Chelsea.
What were punk concerts known for?
Spitting, violent scuffles, and a rebellious atmosphere.
What event involving the Sex Pistols caused national outrage?
They swore on live TV, leading to headlines like ‘The Filth and the Fury.’
What symbolized punk nihilism in 1977?
The release of ‘God Save the Queen’ during the Silver Jubilee, which was banned by the BBC but still reached #2 on the charts.
What movement did skinheads grow out of?
The Mod culture of the late 1960s.
What were early skinhead influences?
Jamaican music and culture, particularly ska and reggae.
What political trends emerged among some skinheads?
While many were apolitical, some were drawn to the far-right National Front (NF) and football hooliganism.
How did football hooliganism evolve during the 1970s?
It worsened and became associated with violence and gang culture around certain football teams.
What nickname did football hooliganism earn internationally?
‘The English disease.’
