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Our Band Could Be Your Life
Book • 2001
Our Band Could Be Your Life is a comprehensive account of the DIY revolution in American rock music during the 1980s.
The book profiles 13 influential indie bands, including Black Flag, Sonic Youth, The Replacements, Minutemen, and Husker Du, among others.
It explores the personal stories, struggles, and successes of these bands, highlighting their impact on the music industry and their enduring influence.
The narrative delves into the DIY ethos, the formation of independent labels like SST Records and Dischord, and the broader cultural and political context of the Reagan era.
Azerrad's detailed and engaging writing humanizes the mythology surrounding these bands, providing a personal and insightful look into the lives and music of these pivotal figures in indie rock history.
The book profiles 13 influential indie bands, including Black Flag, Sonic Youth, The Replacements, Minutemen, and Husker Du, among others.
It explores the personal stories, struggles, and successes of these bands, highlighting their impact on the music industry and their enduring influence.
The narrative delves into the DIY ethos, the formation of independent labels like SST Records and Dischord, and the broader cultural and political context of the Reagan era.
Azerrad's detailed and engaging writing humanizes the mythology surrounding these bands, providing a personal and insightful look into the lives and music of these pivotal figures in indie rock history.
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Yancey Strickler while discussing the origins of the Meta Label project and the DIY ethos of punk rock.
Yancey Strickler while discussing the origins of the Meta Label project and the DIY ethos of punk rock.
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The Internet Is Power
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Austin Kleon as an example of the DIY punk rock spirit, referencing bands who toured and built audiences organically.
Austin Kleon as an example of the DIY punk rock spirit, referencing bands who toured and built audiences organically.
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Mentioned by Yancey Strickler as an amazing book about the story of punk and hardcore bands in America.
The Dark Forest of Creative Capital
Recommended by Yancey Strickler as a book that impacted his understanding of the artist's experience and the creation of Metalabel.
Yancey Strickler: Community, Collaboration & Self Acceptance
Mentioned by Ryan as a book containing a chapter on Mission of Burma.
210 Volcano Suns "Farced" w/ Peter Prescott
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Joe Thrash and Kill as one of the greatest books about music ever written, detailing how Black Flag built their touring roadmap.
Joe Thrash and Kill as one of the greatest books about music ever written, detailing how Black Flag built their touring roadmap.
Toilet Radio 564 – Hardcore
Mentioned by Yancey Strickler as the author of two books, Come As You Are and Our Band Could Be Your Life.
040 For the Record || Yancey Strickler
