Dischord Records and the Washington, D.C. DIY Revolution

An in‑depth look at how Ian MacKaye and Jeff Nelson built Dischord from a single Teen Idles 7‑inch into a model of transparent, fan‑first business—pricing records at a dollar, refusing major‑label deals, and keeping all‑ages scenes alive. The episode unpacks the label’s pricing philosophy, hand‑assembled sleeves, distribution network, and the way it shaped the ethos of D.C.’s hardcore community.

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