oi
what it is
Oi! is a subgenre of punk rock that emerged in the United Kingdom, particularly in London's East End, during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Initially referred to as "new punk" or "real punk", the term "Oi!
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level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
What is oi?
Oi! is a subgenre of punk rock that emerged in the United Kingdom, particularly in London's East End, during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Initially referred to as "new punk" or "real punk", the term "Oi!
What are good oi albums to start with?
Try Do or Die by Dropkick Murphys, Hardcore Hooligan by The Business, Here We Stand by Cock Sparrer, and Voice of a Generation by Blitz.
Who are some women making oi?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/oi/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making oi, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-20