John Blaney takes us through the history of pub rock and its influence on the emergence of new wave. He delves into the musical leaders who defined this scene. From the rebellious Joe Strummer to the charismatic Ian Dury, the talented Elvis Costello, and the accomplished Nick Lowe, these notable figures of the pub rock movement set the stage for the musical revolution to come.
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A Howlin’ Wind, A: Pub Rock and the Birth of New Wave by John Blaney
Pub rock and the birth of new wave podcast tracks
Podcasts also available: Bruce Thomas – Elvis Costello and The Attractions, Chaz Jankel – Dury and The Blockheads – part 1 and part 2, John Steel – The Animals and Eggs Over Easy, Geraint Watkins, Ellen Foley
Interviews also available: Ian Gomm – Brinsley Schwarz, Philip Rambow
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