Foreign Dissent brings a planet of punk to Orlando
Regardless of borders, nationality or language, music speaks a universal tongue — defying odds and transforming lives. These are the foundational truths that ground Foreign Dissent, Florida’s all-international punk music festival, held every October in Orlando. – Orlando Weekly, October 18, 2023
Foreign bands find common ground at Will’s Pub music festival
Regardless of your thoughts on the music itself, it’s undeniable that punk rock is a scene made up of inventive, resourceful people — masters of DIY. – The Community Paper, October 25, 2022
Foreign Dissent gathers punk noises from around the world on one Orlando stage
Punks of the world, unite! After three reliably tragic years of pandemic postponement, Foreign Dissent, Florida’s only all-foreign punk music festival, is back. – Orlando Weekly, October 19, 2022
From the outset, Foreign Dissent began unique by its very concept. But through conviction and work, it’s become a distinguished gathering with a fellowship, ethos and gravity of its own. For an ever-shuffling roster that’s plucked from the obscure punk depths of all corners of the globe, that’s a tall accomplishment. – Orlando Weekly, October 30, 2019