I don't even like punk music, but I can't help but nod in agreement with the last couple of messages posted by punk apologists. The music certainly is honest and unadorned, and thus meets at least some of the criteria that define "traditional" or "folk" genres.

However, punk music obviously will not meet *all* of the criteria that define acceptable styles of performance at certain trad-folk venues. And it's not the only kind of music that, on the one hand, might plausibly claim "folk" legitimacy, while on the other hand might be understandably unwelcome in certain folk contexts. I wouldn't expect even the oldest-style electric blues, for example, to be appropriate for every session or gathering.

If a given audience is not interested in your music, whether because they're not receptive to your viewpoint or simply because you're 'way too LOUD for them, have the good grace to find (or found!) a more hospitable venue.