Punk and the Internet Revolution

The episode charts how punk bands, labels, and fan networks leveraged the early Internet—file‑sharing platforms, forums, and eventually streaming services—to democratize distribution, redefine DIY practices, and expand punk’s global reach. It examines key moments like Napster’s rise, online zines, digital mastering, and the tension between underground credibility and new commercial realities.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices