Panel Discussion | A History of Chicago Punk

About this event

Join us for a panel conversation exploring Chicago's punk history, the legacy of Wesley Willis, and the future of the scene. Bringing together artists, organizers, and longtime participants, the discussion will reflect on the venues, moments, and collaborations that have shaped Chicago punk. Featured speakers include **Francisco “Pancho” García**, musician and co-founder of hardcore venue *Casa Cafe*; **Kenn Goodman**, musician and founder of *Pravda,* one of Chicago's longest running independent record labels; and **Carla Winterbottom**, artist and longtime friend and tour manager of Wesley Willis. Please register here: [A panel discussion on Chicago punk music and culture.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-diy-history-of-chicago-diy-tickets-2000661882547) *The exhibition **I Am A Rock I Am A Roll** explores the intersections of punk, DIY, and self-taught art through the work of two American and two German artists: Naomi Shintani Deibel, Jonas Müller-Ahlheim, Betsy Odom, and Wesley Willis. Part of **Alle gegen Alles. Punk@50**, a transatlantic, multi-city initiative marking the 50-year anniversary of punk taking place at Goethe-Instituts across North America in fall 2026, ‘I Am A Rock I Am A Roll’ is a collaboration between KIOSK and the Goethe-Institut Chicago and will feature film screenings, a zine workshop, a conversation on Chicago's punk history, and other programs at both locations.*