California Hardcore

California Hardcore is a fast-paced, intense style of punk and hardcore punk music that originated in California during the early 1980s. It is characterized by its aggressive sound, high energy, and often socially or politically charged lyrics. Bands like Black Flag, Dead Kennedys, and Minor Threat helped define this genre, which emphasizes raw emotion, short song durations, and a DIY ethic. California Hardcore also influenced a broader subculture that values rebellion, individuality, and community, making it a significant movement within the punk and hardcore scenes nationally and internationally.