DIY Unpacked: How Punk Built Its Own Underground Economy

From photocopied flyers and cheap amps to homemade vinyl and mail-order networks, this episode follows punk’s DIY infrastructure—the engine that let bands bypass traditional industry gates. We explore how these grassroots systems shaped the sound, culture, and business of punk, revealing the real mechanics behind its legendary independence.

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