Circle Jerks & the Birth of LA Hardcore: From SST to the Streets

In this episode we follow the Circle Jerks from their 1979 debut through their raw SST releases and relentless touring, exploring how their brief but brutal tracks became a blueprint for Southern California hardcore. We dig into the DIY infrastructure—from cheap studios and fanzines to all‑ages venues—and examine the band’s role in shaping the sound and culture that fed skate punk and later generations.

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