CBGB and the Rise of New York Punk

After the legendary club at 315 Bowery shuttered in 2006, CBGB’s name became a brand sold into merchandise, licensing deals, museum exhibitions and festival events. This episode follows the legal wranglings that ended the physical venue, the debate over commodifying punk heritage, and how the legacy of New York punk continues to circulate through pop culture and community initiatives.

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