Taking Punk to the Masses: From Nowhere to Nevermind
“Paradoxically for a volume dedicated to such a proudly ragged and rough-hewn aesthetic,Taking Punk to the Massesis a beautifully constructed gem. Even more peculiarly for a history lesson wedged between hard covers, it'll make youhearthe music that has so spectacularly inflamed your speakers and headphones for three decades.” (Jason Diamond - NPR.org)“Despite its coffee table book appearance, McMurray tries to keep the punk rock do-it-yourself ethic by letting the artifacts and punk denizens speak for themselves.... The quotes from the publisher/artists who created them and musicians who were featured weave together nicely to give a sense of moment.” (Ian S. Wilder - Boog City)“This is a good thing right here.” (Lil Wayne)“This book rules. It is very, very fun to read if you care about this stuff.... If you… have an interest in punk or the Seattle indie rock scene then you'll love this thing to death.” (Nick Gazin - VICE Magazine)“…[T]he artifacts included in the exhibit wonderfully illustrate everything that was exciting, vibrant, and anti-establishment about the scene that eventually went mainstream. The item descriptions are explanatory but concise, and the artist commentary is insightful and revelatory.” (Frank Valish - Under the Radar)