Violence Inside Punk Scenes

The episode explores how the early punk scene—spanning CBGB in New York, London clubs, and Los Angeles’ hardcore circuits—was shaped by real violence, from crowd brawls to gang‑infused shows. It looks at how these confrontations affected venues, fanzines, musicians, and the broader DIY network that kept punk alive and evolving.

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