Which 1970s UK music movement, led by bands like the Sex Pistols and The Clash, emphasized DIY ethics and anti-establishment lyrics?
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Punk rock
The punk movement was a reaction against the perceived excesses of 1970s progressive rock, favoring short, fast, and politically charged songs. The DIY (Do It Yourself) ethic encouraged fans to start their own bands, publish zines, and distribute their own records regardless of technical skill.
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