The creator of Punx Media's name is Teona but she goes by Wave$. Wave$ grew up a military brat and experienced music and art from all over the United States growing up. In 2015, Wave$ went to college at Georgia State University. She majored in film and media and minored in journalism after going in undecided. Late 2016, Wave$ came up with the idea for Punx media! She was drawn into the culture of on the ground journalism and was heavily inspired by YoMTVRaps and Fab Five Freddy. She wanted to do something similar but with rock music! After years of planning, Punx Media has finally came to life!