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Left of the Dial: Conversations with Punk Icons is a collection of interviews by journalist and educator David Ensminger with some of the most prominent figures from the punk underground, including Ian MacKaye, Jello Biafra, and Dave Dictor. Ensminger's conversations go beyond typical discographies and gig stories to explore the complex ideologies and values of punk and hardcore. The book delves into punk's political history, DIY ethos, and social impact, as well as its sometimes ambivalent relationship with issues like race and queer identity. The interviews are complemented by key graphics from Ensminger's extensive punk flyer collection and rare photographs by Ben DeSoto, offering a visual and oral history that captures the raw energy and progressive ideals of the movement.

Product Title
Left of the Dial: Conversations with Punk Icons

Author
David Ensminger

Release Information
Published: 6/2013
Format: Paperback
Pages: 296
Size: 6 x 9 inches
Series: PM Press
ISBN: 9781604866414

Extended Information
See and hear author interviews, book reviews, and other news on David Ensminger's page HERE.