Peel Sessions and the Rise of Underground Punk

This episode explores how the BBC’s John Peel Sessions became a lifeline for emerging punk bands, providing them with their first national exposure and influencing their sound, touring strategies, and DIY ethos. From the tight studio constraints to the raw energy captured on tape, we trace the sessions’ role in shaping both UK and international punk scenes.

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