Punk Rock Etiquette: The Ultimate How-to-Guide for DIY, Punk, Indie, and Underground Bands cover

Punk Rock Etiquette: The Ultimate How-to-Guide for DIY, Punk, Indie, and Underground Bands

Author: Nichols, Travis

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 5.7
Points 4.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 22413
Points per Word 0.000178
Page Count 138
Points per Page 0.028986

Description

This book is a practical how-to guide for aspiring musicians who want to start DIY punk, indie, or underground bands. Written by an experienced indie-circuit musician, it provides advice on various aspects of band creation and management, including selecting bandmates, recording music, and producing merchandise. The information is presented in a humorous, snarky style while covering the fundamentals of the underground music scene. The book is targeted at teenagers and young adults interested in starting their own musical groups.

Quick Summary

This punk rock handbook reads like a secret playbook for teens who want to ditch the bedroom and actually form a real band, packed with practical wisdom that feels like getting advice from touring musicians who have been there. Kids will love the real talk about finding bandmates who won't quit, scoring their first gig, and making merch that doesn't cost a fortune. If your kid loves the DIY spirit of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Wimpy Kid or dreams of starting their own musical rebellion, they'll eat this up. Perfect for ages 13 to 17 or grades 9 through 12.