# UK fanzines see radical resurgence 50 years after punk

A new wave of fanzines is flourishing across the UK, reviving the DIY spirit of punk from five decades ago. These grassroots publications offer unfiltered, tangible content that creators say feels more authentic than digital scrolling. The trend highlights a growing appetite for print culture and alternative media in the age of algorithms.

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/jul/15/uk-fanzines-zine-radical-resurgence) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:00:55 GMT