Turn It Around: The Story of East Bay Punk 2017

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In the late 1970s, a sonic revolution began to take shape in Northern California’s San Francisco Bay Area. The raw energy of punk rock, characterized by its loud, intense, and defiant spirit, started to spread like wildfire, fueled by visionary pioneers such as (Dead Kennedys), (Avengers), and (Flipper). This underground movement was further amplified by the influential MaximumRocknRoll fanzine, which played a crucial role in globalizing the punk phenomenon. As this vibrant scene began to gain momentum, however, it became beset by violent clashes, corruption, and racial tensions, threatening to undermine its very essence.

In response, East Bay punks across the San Francisco-Oakland divide sought to create a more inclusive and fun-loving style of punk that honored the region’s proud tradition of radical thinking. The epicenter of this movement was the iconic 924 Gilman club in Berkeley, where an eclectic collective of misfits banded together to form a DIY artistic sanctuary. This creative crucible not only transformed the local punk landscape but also had far-reaching repercussions globally.

Today, we’re familiar with some of the notable bands that emerged from this scene, such as (Green Day) and (Rancid), but their success merely scratches the surface of an inspiring story that runs deep into the underground. Drawing on a staggering wealth of archival material, including over 180 interviews, hundreds of live show recordings, and more than 35,000 photographs and flyers, Turn It Around: The Story Of East Bay Punk is told through the eyes of those who lived it – from its humble beginnings to its triumphs and ongoing influence.