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Founded by Ahmed Alramly, new digital publication Naima features contributions by artists including Rhea Dillon, Dozie Kanu and Frank Dorrey

For this My Firsts we talk to Dean Wareham. Born in New Zealand in 1963, his family relocated to Australia before settling in New York City in 1977 (when the punk scene was still going strong).

A musical celebration of the 50th anniversary of legendary New York punk club CBGB is also among this week's options.

This pioneer of punk, cult guitarist, ex-heroin addict and homosexual activist is presenting a memoir and a new musical project

Punk poet John Cooper Clarke writes to his younger self about poetry, sartorial autonomy, and becoming a 'modern day Cyrano de Bergerac'.

Formed in 1981 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the Violent Femmes gained attention for their unique acoustic punk sound. Influenced by Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps and The Velvet Underground, their early goal was to out-rock every other acoustic act.

Here are five outstanding songs featuring alt-rock guitarist Robert Quine, including tunes by Lou Reed & Tom Waits.

Television released its debut album, 'Marquee Moon,' in February 1977.

A list of the 40 best punk albums.

Despite the anniversary extras, the core attraction is the Milwaukee band’s 1983 debut album itself