Waves of rage: Cologne’s new punk rock scene
Since the pandemic, a new punk movement has been taking shape in Cologne. Bands such as Pogendroblem, The Red Flags and Grenzkontrolle are at the forefront of a sound that is political, fearless, feminist and unapologetically loud.
The Südstadt is buzzing, man: a neighbourhood walk with The Red Flags
Cologne’s rising newcomers The Red Flags are making waves with their feminist punk-grunge sound. On a walk through the Südstadt, bassist Joe and drummer Mika show us their favourite spots.
