The South is associated with so many distinct kinds of music: gospel, blues, hip-hop, country. But what about punk?

Music journalist Bill Dawers, editor of the blog Hissing Lawns, says Savannah's punk scene is growing. The city become a hub for punk bands, both with local groups seeing success and with national acts making the city a part of their tour. Why Savannah, and why now?

On Second Thought host Celeste Headlee speaks with Dawers about Savannah's punk revivial. We also hear from two members of local band Crazy Bag Lady.

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