Lookout! Records and the Rise of East Bay Punk

This episode traces how Larry Livermore’s indie label forged a DIY network that catapulted bands such as Operation Ivy, Green Day, and Screeching Weasel while preserving the raw ethos of early East Bay punk. It looks at underground venues, homemade pressing, mail‑order distribution, and the business clashes that erupted as the scene stepped into mainstream attention.

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