Descenes and Discords: An Anthology is the new book release from longtime music publicist, writer, and musician Howard Wuelfing offering a powerful time capsule of the birth and early evolution of punk music through the pages of two influential fanzines: Descenes and Discords. These publications, originally printed and distributed in Washington, D.C. during the late 1970s and early 1980s, captured the raw energy, irreverent spirit, and revolutionary ethos of the underground music scene — the first locally, the second nationally.

Published by writer and musician Howard Wuelfing, Descenes was a hyperlocal chronicle of D.C.'s burgeoning punk, hardcore and new wave communities. It featured scene reports, interviews, and passionate live and record reviews of now-legendary acts like Bad Brains, Slickee Boys, and Half Japanese and dozens of others that never gained national recognition. As vital local music scenes sprung up around the country, Discords picked up the baton with a wider lens — covering bands like Black Flag, Pylon, Circle Jerks, Mission of Burma and many more, all with the same DIY authenticity and zero-corporate gloss.

About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.

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The Silver Snails are an independent pop rock music project based in Italy and Portland, OR.

Our mission is to open human hearts through sound and light and our goal is to create the world's finest pop rock for a global audience.

We debuted our project with 'The 7 Melodies' in 2012 and are now releasing our sophomore album, Speed of Light. The new album consists of 9 originals and 1 cover lovingly crafted over a 10 year period. Speed of Light was co-produced by Dylan Magierek of Badman records, mixed by Peter Katis and Adam Selzer, and mastered by Greg Calbi of Sterling sound.

Website www.TheSilverSnails.com

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About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.

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Born in the heart of Seattle's early '90s scene, Sweet Water forged their own path - mixing glam, punk, power pop into something raw, loud, soulful, and unforgettable. While the world was grunge-obsessed, they chased melody and groove, channeling rock's golden age with a high-voltage twist.

Their early records were lightning in a bottle.

Tracks like "Everything Will Be Alright" and

"Superstar" earned a cult following, fueled by massive hooks and frontman Adam Czeisler's Bowie-meets-Lou Reed swagger. As trends shifted, Sweet Water stayed sharp - Suicide

(1999) brought a leaner edge, while Clear the Tarmac (2009), Dance Floor Kills (2013), and Firebird (2018) proved they never lost the spark.

Now, with decades under their belt and fire still in their veins, Sweet Water returns with Shine On (dropping Sept. 2025) - a record that blends classic punch with new textures and deeper lyrical depth. The first single, "Kids" (out April 18), shows them wilder, wiser, and ready to blow the roof off. In a world of trends, Sweet Water is the real thing. And they're not done — not even close.

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www.sweetwaterrocks.com

About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry.

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