Punk: The Last Word

The triumphant last word on the radical movement that shook the world Stephen Colegrave and Chris Sullivans deliciously cacophonous and comprehensive oral history of Punk, told by those who lived it.

Punk: The Last Word is a powerful reimagining of punknot just as a sound or style, but as a radical, DIY philosophy rooted in defiance, truth, and individuality. Cultural insider and Wag Club founder Chris Sullivan and Byline Times editor Stephen Colegrave bring together over 150 original interviews with punks most iconic figuresIggy Pop, The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Siouxsie Sioux, Vivienne Westwood, and many others. From musicians and designers to promoters and provocateurs, they paint a vivid portrait of the movements chaotic rise and lasting impact on both sides of the Atlantic.

Tracing punks rebellious spirit from 19th-century bohemia to the explosion of Kings Road and Coventry in the late ’70s, this is, without a doubt, the most in-depth, insider account of punks evolution and legacy.

As the movement approaches its 50th anniversary, its core valuesauthenticity, resistance, and creative freedomfeel more urgent than ever. Punk isnt just music. Its a way of life

“Expansive, opinionated, and richly detailed, this is an essential capstone for readers serious about punk’s past and its enduring provocation” Booklist, Starred Review

Author: Stephen Colegrave / Chris Sullivan
Publisher: Omnibus Press
Pages: 624pp
Size: 6.25 x 9.25
Notes: hardcover
Release Date: April 28, 2026
ISBN: 978-1915841254