Oi!, also known as streetpunk or UK82, is a subgenre of punk rock that originated in the United Kingdom in the late 1970s. It is characterized by its aggressive, working-class lyrics and simple, catchy music. Oi! bands often sing about topics such as unemployment, violence, and social injustice, and their music is often characterized by fast tempos, loud guitars, and simple, catchy lyrics.
Ska
Ska is a genre of music that originated in Jamaica in the late 1950s. It is characterized by its upbeat, danceable rhythms and syncopated guitar riffs. Ska music often has a strong social and political message, and its lyrics often deal with issues such as poverty, racism, and colonialism.
Crust Punk
Crust punk is a subgenre of punk rock that originated in the United Kingdom in the early 1980s. It is characterized by its dark, nihilistic lyrics and aggressive, noisy music. Crust punk bands often sing about topics such as death, destruction, and social collapse, and their music is often characterized by fast tempos, loud guitars, and distorted vocals.
Differences
* Music: Oi! music is typically faster and more aggressive than ska music, which is more relaxed and danceable. Crust punk music is typically the heaviest of the three genres, and it often features distorted guitars, blast beats, and screamed vocals.
* Lyrics: Oi! lyrics are often about working-class issues and social injustice, while ska lyrics are often about social and political issues. Crust punk lyrics are typically dark, nihilistic, and often deal with topics such as death, destruction, and social collapse.
* Fans: Oi! fans are typically working-class people who come from a variety of backgrounds. Ska fans are often from diverse backgrounds as well, and they are typically attracted to the music's upbeat, danceable sound. Crust punk fans are typically young, disillusioned people who are frustrated with the current state of society.