Johnny Thunders: From New York Dolls to the End of the Road

This episode follows guitarist Johnny Thunders through his early years with the New York Dolls, his high‑energy Heartbreakers era, solo releases, relentless touring, and finally the tragic conclusion of a punk legend. It examines how Thunders’ DIY attitude, gritty recordings, club performances, and touring networks embodied the raw spirit of punk while exposing the scene’s challenges and contradictions.

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