Black Flag vs Unicorn Records: The Lawsuit That Ripped Apart L.A. DIY

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This episode explores Black Flag’s legal battle against distributor Unicorn Records over SST’s distribution arrangement and how the ensuing court case disrupted both the band’s identity and L.A.’s DIY infrastructure. It follows the chain of contractual missteps, financial fallout, and the eventual reclamation of the Black Flag name while spotlighting the resilience of independent labels amid corporate pressure.

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