Shaping our alternative spirit

No doubt about it, counterculture is a powerhouse for anyone with a creative spark. That’s why Spotify unleashed COUNTER//CULTURE, a series of raw, no-rules playlists where artists from all walks of life drop their own mixtapes, packed with tracks that keep pushing them beyond the edge. Icons like Jack White, Lenny Kravitz, and St. Vincent are just a few of the rebels throwing down their picks, with every month bringing fresh voices who add their own fuel to the fire.

So, we threw it back to the DIY punk scene of the ‘70s and ‘80s, where cut-and-paste collages, photocopies, and raw energy ruled the streets in the US and UK.

The colors shift and grind with each photo, letting every cover build on the last, while giving each artist their due. This collection isn't just a tribute—it's a loud, in-your-face reminder of the role counterculture plays in keeping music dangerous, daring, and alive.