Artcore

"Artcore" is a long-running UK punk and hardcore zine that provides in-depth coverage of the British and international DIY punk underground. It began its print run in the 1980s and has survived the digital age by maintaining a loyal subscriber base. The zine reviews vinyl records, demos, and live shows from the global hardcore scene.

The zine is spearheaded by Ian, a dedicated figure in the UK DIY scene who handles the writing, layout, and physical assembly of the publication. Over its many issues, it has grown from a standard stapled photocopied fanzine into a highly respected, thick booklet. Ian's encyclopedic knowledge of hardcore punk gives the zine its authoritative voice.

While it covers general punk, "Artcore" specializes heavily in 1980s and 1990s hardcore, UK82, anarcho-punk, and d-beat. Reviews often focus on limited-run 7-inch vinyl releases and international cassette demos. The zine acts as a historical archive for the rawest, most underground iterations of the genre.

"Artcore" has published well over 50 issues since its inception in the late 1980s. Its longevity is incredibly rare in the ephemeral world of punk zines, which often fold after a few issues. The consistency of its publication schedule has made it a staple in the mail-order networks of the global punk scene.