Twisted Magazine collection, 1977 July - 1978 March

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Summary

Creators:
Twisted Publications
Abstract:
The Twisted Magazine collection contains three issues, comprising a complete run, of the Seattle-published early punk fanzine that covered major punk acts along with future local legends in the emerging punk scene of the Pacific Northwest. Twisted--also titled "Twisted Magazine," with the first issue subtitled "Another Rock 'N' Roll Magazine"--published interviews and band profiles written by V. Vale, John Doe, Ajax, and others. The magazine also covered reviews of live performances and recordings by local and national artists, including Blondie, The Cramps, Sex Pistols Television, The Lewd, Iggy Pop, The Damned, Screamers, Black Randy, S'nots, and many others. Twisted was possibly the first west coast publication to cover The Ramones. The three issues of Twisted, ranging from July 1977 to March 1978, feature a mix of promotional and candid band photos contributed by Kathy Hammond, Dag Rex, and K. Leo.
Extent:
0.2 Linear Feet 1 folder
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

[Box/folder no. or item name], Twisted Magazine collection, Collection no. 6189, Special Collections, USC Libraries, University of Southern California

Background

Scope and content:

Three issues of Twisted, comprising a complete run of the early punk magazine. Issue no. 1 (July 1977) comprises 24 pages, no. 2 (1977, no month): 32 pages, and no. 3 (March 1978): 48 pages. The magazine features interviews and band profiles, reviews of recordings and live performances, promotional and candid band photographs, and original color illustrations.

Acquisition information:
Purchased from F.A. Bernett Books, April 10, 2019.
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Access and use

Restrictions:

Advance notice required for access.

Terms of access:

All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Manuscripts Librarian. Permission for publication is given on behalf of Special Collections as the owner of the physical items and is not intended to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained.

Preferred citation:

[Box/folder no. or item name], Twisted Magazine collection, Collection no. 6189, Special Collections, USC Libraries, University of Southern California

Location of this collection:
Special Collections
Doheny Memorial Library, Room 209
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0189, US
Contact:
(213) 740-5900
specol@usc.edu
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