Four decades later, seminal queer punk zine 'Homocore' blasts back into view - 48 hills
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Four decades later, seminal queer punk zine 'Homocore' blasts back into view - 48 hills
""First of all, it's 30-something years old and was physically rotting away. They were printed on newsprint, and no real thought was given to their archival value or longevity.""
""The irony is that Homocore now returns as a substantial new anthology, a 300-page volume released in February 2026 with improved page-image quality and a new introduction, replacing the rough scans that circulated online for years.""
""Homocore began less as a publication than as a response to a gap, one that existed before San Francisco entered its current phase of transformation.""
The Homocore Zine Anthology Launch party marks the return of a publication that provided queer punks a voice in a shifting cultural landscape. Co-creator Tom Jennings reflects on the zine's origins, noting its ephemeral nature and lack of archival consideration. The new 300-page anthology, set for release in February 2026, enhances the original's quality while maintaining its raw aesthetic. The project highlights the ongoing relevance of queer punk culture, even as it faces challenges from the evolving city environment.
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