Punk Goes Global: From CBGB to Tokyo – How the Underground Spread Worldwide

This episode dives into how punk’s self‑sufficient networks—tape trading, fanzines, mail-order stores, and indie labels—wove an international tapestry before any mainstream media stepped in. We’ll follow case studies from CBGB, London’s SEX, Japan’s underground clubs, and Eastern European squats to uncover the mechanics that turned a New York garage band into a worldwide phenomenon.

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