The New York Dolls: Bridging Glam Rock and Early Punk

This episode explores how the New York Dolls, with their flamboyant glam aesthetic and raw rock’n’roll roots, forged a sonic bridge that paved the way for early punk in New York and beyond. We dive into their key recordings, touring practices, fashion statements, and the underground networks that amplified their influence on later bands such as The Ramones, Television, and the broader punk movement.

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