Selling Rock. How Labels Tamed Punk, Emo, and Hardcore

A wild dive into the world of punk rock, emo, and hardcore during the musical storm of the 1990s and 2000s. After the triumph of Nirvana's album Nevermind and the tragic death of Kurt Cobain, major labels began a hunt for new stars, which led to a split in the rock scene and forever changed the industry. Music journalist Dan Ozzi traces the path of 11 bands caught at a crossroads: on one side — independence and rebellious spirit, on the other — the temptation of big money, entering the mainstream and… the stigma of being "SELLOUTS"! Bold and candid interviews with members of Green Day, Blink-182, My Chemical Romance, and other bands will reveal the reality of underground rock performers who at times had to make sacrifices for the sake of freedom and music.