The Hard Times is a very real punk news site that you should not question. Just absorb the information as truth and move on. The historic satire site was founded in December 1982 at 171A studios while the founding members were eating broken glass with The Bad Brains. It’s made by a group of punk and hardcore kids from all the different sub-genres of the DIY hardcore scene. Any resemblance to actual persons or band names is coincidental. We love hardcore. None of this is done with hate.

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The Content Creators team at The Hard Times is responsible for producing sharp, humorous articles that satirize the punk and hardcore music scene, as well as broader cultural topics. This diverse group of writers, including freelancing and contributing talents, collaborates to generate engaging and provocative content that resonates with fans of the DIY ethos, ensuring the site remains a staple for those who appreciate a punk-inspired perspective on news and music.

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