Drunky Punks are Lucky Punks
Dick Slaughter takes in Punk in the Park’s Lucky Punks in the OC—featuring Bad Religion, the Dead Kennedys, the Aquabats, Lagwagon, Street Dogs, and maybe you.
Vote for Celebrity Punk Hunk of the Year 2024
Finally, a chance to vote for something that matters!
Thirteen Punk Hunks are battling it out for the coveted title of In Spite Magazine’s Celebrity Punk Hunk of the Year. Candidates include: Dave Dictor, Jack Grisham, Paul Hostage, Peter Jones, Jim Pursey, Carol Hodge, Penny Rimbaud, Stan Lee, Gee Vaucher, Russell Mummy, Steve Ignorant, Blag Dahlia, and Lewis Peck.
Polls close on April 20th—vote wisely!
Lucky Punks Orange County
Still a few tickets left for Orange County’s Lucky Punks! festival!
Dick Slaughter gives us a preview of the lineup featuring Bad Religion, Dead Kennedys, The Aquabats, Lagwagon, Street Dogs, The Defiant, The Briggs, Pulley, and Hoist the Colors.
Expect food trucks, beer, and an all-day celebration of chaos and questionable life choices. Get your tickets while you still can!
Iggy Pop Don’t Stop
Iggy Pop sets off on a world tour with stops in Japan, the EU, the UK, and Brazil. Along the way, he’ll appear at massive festivals and share the stage with the Sex Pistols, Queens of the Stone Age, Katy Perry, and Mariah Carey.
The KnuckleHeadz Band Fu*k McDonald's
Dick Slaughter takes a deep dive into Knuckleheadz Band’s now-infamous McDonald’s show, which has caught the attention of mainstream media. Featuring exclusive, never-before-seen photos from competitive mixed martial artist, Punk Rock Fight Club member, and photographer The Real Deal Flacko. Watch the full uncut video, check out the official music video, and read an interview with Knucklehead Tom. Plus, links to the KTLA 5 news segment and info on upcoming shows (not at McDonald’s—probably).
Dick’s Picks of Dick Pics We used in 2024
Dick Slaughter takes us through a year in review, showcasing his favorite photos and collaborations. Featuring more than 24 striking images, including Glen Matlock, Peter Vukmirovic Stevens, Penny Rimbaud, Bob Vylan, Carol Hodge, Steve Ignorant, Dick Lucas of Subhumans, Arrow de Wilde of Starcrawler, Punk Rock Bowling, Bass Wolf and Guitar Wolf, Snugs of Madness, Showtime and Tom of KnuckleHeadz Band, Sam King of Codefendants, N8NOFACE, Mosswood Meltdown, Cindy Wilson of The B-52s, the Pope of Trash John Waters, Papi Churro and Meat Flap, Rebellion Festivals, SVETLANAS, Sten Gun of Convict Class, Ralph Champagne (AKA Blag Dahlia of The Dwarves), Lily Hopkins of The Meffs, T.V. Smith, Andy Scott of The Sweet, 90WYSE, Duck Meyers, Gee Vaucher, Kathleen Hanna of Bikini Kill, Fat Mike of NOFX, Adam Gomez of The Dickies, Dirt Box Disco, crowd surfers, trading cards in mouths, and, of course, a bum.
The Bar Stool Preachers’ Last U.S. Show will be at Alex’s Bar
The Bar Stool Preachers are closing out the Spoonful of Ska U.S. tour with Bite Me Bambi at Alex’s Bar in Long Beach on Saturday, November 30th. Don’t miss it!
Adam Gomez of the Dickies Proves Punk is Dad
Meet Adam Gomez: drummer for The Dickies, mentor, YouTuber, and ultimate punk rock dad. Proving that punk isn’t just music—punk is dad.
Duck Myers Presents: BALTIMORE’s 7th Annual RAGE FEST
Dick Slaughter gives us an in-depth look at Baltimore’s Rage Fest, the rap, hip-hop, DJ, and dance party that showcases some of the best acts from the Baltimore and DC area, featuring a review and interview with founder Duck Myers.
KATHLEEN HANNA FOR PRESIDENT
Bikini Kill closed out their tour—and possibly the band itself—with a powerful and unforgettable show at the Baltimore SoundStage. Our favorite Riot Grrrl grandpa, Dick Slaughter, was there and has delivered a fun and informative review. Kathleen Hanna has our vote!
Penny and Gee In NYC
Starting on September 12th at White Columns in New York City, acclaimed artist Gee Vaucher will present a series of events highlighting her groundbreaking work in art and activism. Joined by Penny Rimbaud the series kicks off with Vaucher’s new exhibition at White Columns, followed by a performance by Rimbaud with Ingrid Laubrock at Artists Space on September 14th, and a rare screening of Vaucher's Semi-Detached: Crass Video Collages 1978–1984 at Anthology Film Archives on September 16th.
Convict Class: Old-School Punk Fury from Down Under
Convict Class is bringing back the raw, unapologetic spirit of punk rock. Straight out of Warrnambool, Australia, they blew the roof off Winter Gardens at the Rebellion Festival.
Sipping Tea with Carol Hodge and the KNUCKLEHEADZ
Come along with Dick Slaughter Photo for an afternoon tea and photo session featuring Whittier's favorite sons, the KnuckleHeadz, and singer-songwriter Carol Hodge of the Steve Ignorant Band. Prepare yourself for some truly absurd and wonderful photos!
Blag of the Dwarves Rebellion Spotlight Interview On The Spot at Moosewood Meltdown
Dick Slaughter Photo catches up with Blag Dahlia of the Dwarves at Mosswood Meltdown—they talk about the Rebellion Festivals, Baltimore, how to get a passport if you’re a known rebel-rouser, and, of course, cocaine.
REBELLION AGAINST BIGOTS
Dick Slaughter Photo went to the Rebellion Festivals but ended up at Riot Fest—the punks clashed with the fash outside, yet the Rebellion Festivals didn’t miss a beat.
Knuckleheadz to the Rescue
Knuckleheads threw a 'Fuck Cancer' show. The cops only came three times, and no one left in an ambulance. The kids all had a great time, and over $6,000 was raised for the cause.
On the road to Rebellion with the Knuckleheadz
Ever wanted to make friends and punch them in the face? Meet the Knuckleheadz. A California hardcore band, fight club, and credit to their community.
DICK ON DICK IN VEGAS TALKING REBELLION
Dick Slaughter and Dick Lucas sit down in Las Vegas for a chat. This bit focuses on the Rebellion Festivals and the upcoming US tour.. More to come in the future.
Rebellion Kids
Who knew that punks could be so cute? Dick Slaughter did, and he shows it in Rebellion Kids! With many newly released photos from his almost 20-year "PUNK IS DAD" series, these particular snapshots were all taken at the Rebellion Festival over the years. They capture the adorable side of punk culture,
N8NOFACE, CODEFENDANTS AND THE KNUCKLEHEADZ DO VEGAS
Dick Slaughter gets an offer he can’t refuse from the KnuckleHeadz: an invitation to see them perform alongside N8NOFACE and Codefendants in Las Vegas for a Punk Rock Bowling Club Show