c) CBGB

CBGB, an iconic New York City club, is often credited with being the birthplace of punk rock. Located in the Bowery neighborhood of Manhattan, CBGB opened in 1973 as a venue for Country, Bluegrass, and Blues (as its full name CBGB & OMFUG suggests). However, it soon became a haven for punk rock and new wave bands. Bands like The Ramones, Patti Smith, and Television found a home at CBGB, where they could experiment with new sounds and styles. The club’s gritty, unpolished atmosphere was a perfect match for the raw energy of punk music. CBGB became synonymous with the punk movement, fostering a community that valued simplicity, directness, and an anti-establishment ethos. The legacy of CBGB extends beyond its walls, as it played a crucial role in the development and spread of punk rock both in America and internationally.