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Ian MacKaye and Mark Andersen to discuss punk, politics and activism in online event
Ian MacKaye and Mark Andersen will come together for a special online conversation exploring punk rock, politics, activism, community and ageing on Thursday 12 November.
Titled Art is a Weapon: Ian MacKaye and Mark Andersen on Punk Rock, Politics, Activism, and Aging, the live-streamed event runs from 6pm to 7.30pm and brings together two figures whose work has long connected independent music with grassroots social action.
MacKaye is the co-founder of Dischord Records and a member of Minor Threat, Fugazi, The Evens and Coriky, while Andersen is a community activist, co-founder of Positive Force DC, co-founder and director of We Are Family Senior Outreach Network, and the author of several books including We Are the Clash: Reagan, Thatcher, and the Last Stand of a Band that Mattered.
The discussion will look beyond music itself, taking in subjects such as running a genuinely independent record label, organising all-ages benefit shows, community organising, archiving, writing, protest and the role music can play in wider social movements.
The event is framed around the idea that art and punk rock are not simply reflections of the world around them, but can actively help reshape politics, culture and community from the ground up.
There will also be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions.
The event is a collaboration between Haymarket Books and PM Press, and will act as a benefit for PM Press as it marks its 20th anniversary and raises funds towards purchasing its warehouse.
It also forms part of PM Press’s All We Have Is Each Other event series.
Art is a Weapon
Thursday 12 November
6pm–7.30pm
Online
Registration is via Ticket Tailor, with the live-stream link sent on the day. The event will also be recorded, and captioning will be provided.
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