Artist
Richard Hell and the Voidoids
After walking out of Television, Richard Hell built punk's visual language from scratch: spiked hair, torn clothing held together with safety pins, and a song, "Blank Generation," that became the era's nihilist anthem. His 1977 debut, built around that title track, stood as a statement of punk's do-it-yourself ethic and its intellectual streak.
The full story is in CBGB's 70s Punk.
At a glance
- Active
- 1976–1979, 1981–1984, 1990s
- From
- New York City, USA
- Records in the issues
- 1 (1977)
- Listening guide track
- “Blank Generation - Remastered”
Listen
In the CBGB's 70s Punk listening guide: “Blank Generation - Remastered”
In the issues
- CBGB's 70s PunkSupporting cast · 1973-1982 · Members
CBGB's 70s Punk is a music scene from New York City, USA, 1973–1982. Its principal artists include Ramones, Television, Talking Heads and Patti Smith. This issue covers 10 essential albums and 15 dated events.
