The powers that be: Processes of control in crew scene hardcore

Abstract

This article adds to the literature about youth orientated music scenes by analyzing norms of control in 'crew scene hardcore'. Data were collected in three northeastern US cities. This study contributes by proposing a framework in which enclave groups known as 'crews' can be studied; by exploring the experiences of women who are involved with crew scene hardcore; and by illustrating how norms of control are formed and managed through processes of interaction. Distinctive gender roles illustrate that the norms of this music scene are derived from 'hypermasculine' controls. This results in the marginalization of women in the scene, no matter what their contribution to it is. © The Author(s) 2011.