It’s far from scientific, but I went to a lot of shows in the early '90s (and some in the late '80s), and the sound levels were deafening. I spent way too much time at a few clubs in Atlanta (Masquerade/Wreck Room/Somber Reptile/etc.) and permanently damaged my hearing before I was smart enough to start wearing earplugs. I even wear hearing protection when I vacuum the house now. It’s totally punk rock.
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