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The Chinatown Punk Wars

99% Invisible

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The Hong Kong Cafe

Esther and Bill Wong opened the Hong Kong Cafe in 1979. The club was originally a restaurant, but soon became known for its punk shows. Barry Seidel says he didn't set out to be a champion of punk music. But after hearing angry grumblings from bands who had been kicked out of Madame Wong's, they saw an opportunity.

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