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Punks. In the Masons?

Started by modernmason · 1 year ago

Worshipful brother J.R. Roach and the brethren of Cambridge Amicable Lodge

From the Boston Herald - June 9, 2008:
 

Stodgy lodges, traditional initiations and secret handshakes would seem to be the antithesis of punk rock.

But a diverse group of Hub rockers are embracing centuries-old fraternal ideals to become the new face ... Continue reading »

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  • I ran a so-called punk record label for ten years 89'99) called Raw Energy, and still count among my friends many of the artists who scream and yell on stage... and of course enjoying the attributes of freedom and independence makes perfect sense to migrate into Freemasonry as a so-called adult.
  • Bro. Graeme,

    Many thanks for visiting, and for these words!

    I agree with you. I would be very interested to see other Brothers who are/were involved in "punk rock", and indie culture of all kinds - to be sure.

    I have always been one to question things - and to experience them myself before passing full judgement. Freemasonry is but one of those experiences, and one that I will never regret pursuing.

    My only regret? Not doing it sooner!

    All the best,
    [mm]

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