Cbgb Quote by Dave Grohl
“CBGB represents a lot to New York City and to underground rock and to new wave and post-punk and whatever. But, you know, it's like tearing down the Jefferson Memorial or something.”
About This Quote
The quote likens the cultural impact of CBGB to a historic landmark, emphasizing its symbolic importance to NYC’s music scene and its role in shaping underground genres.
In simple terms: CBGB is a cultural landmark for NYC music.
Key Takeaway
CBGB’s legacy is as iconic as a national monument.
Themes
cultural heritage
music history
urban identity
subcultural movements
legacy
Mood
nostalgic
proud
reflective
Type
observation
analogy
cultural commentary
When to use this quote
- discussing music venue significance
- comparing cultural icons
- urban cultural tours
- music history lectures
- media articles on NYC nightlife
Key Concepts
symbolism
place identity
genre evolution
Practical Applications
- heritage preservation advocacy
- branding for music festivals
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a venue become a cultural symbol?
- How does CBGB compare to other iconic music spaces?
![“CBGB was a wild place, ... The first time I ever played there was in 1987, I think, with my hardcore band, Scream. And I remember the craziest [thing] about that club was you could be in front of the stage and it could be louder than any show you've ever been to in your life. But if you were…” quote by Dave Grohl](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7d4/dave-grohl-1713_band_cbgb-was-a-wild-place-the-first-time-i-e_250472.jpg)
![“That was an amazing time period [ CBGB filming] to transport to during filming - the clothes, the music, the lifestyle - it really helps to get into character when there's so much that changes from the moment you step onto the set.” quote by Ashley Greene](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/998/ashley-greene-4512_cbgb_that-was-an-amazing-time-period-cbgb-fil_447969.jpg)
![“I think that music is a very, very powerful thing, especially when you have a movement like this [CBGB club] to shed new light on music and the power of it.” quote by Ashley Greene](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/814/ashley-greene-4512_cbgb_i-think-that-music-is-a-very-very-powerf_1217056.jpg)
