1977

Notable Chicago Punk Events in 1977

Ticket for the Ramones/Dictators show, July 6, 1977. Image from the Rabbits' website

• March 27 - Iggy Pop plays at The Riviera
• Spring - Immune System forms at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago
• May 5 - La Mere Vipere, the first Chicago punk venue, opens its doors
• Some month after May - Oz is established
• July - The Crucified released their 4-song EP
• July 3 - First issue of the Gabba Gabba Gazette published
• July 6 - the Ramones and Dictators play (for $1) at the Ivanhoe Ballroom.
• Late 1977 - Silver Abuse forms
• Tutu and the Pirates cut their first demo.

Record Releases

• The Crucified - 4 Song EP