POP LIFE EP. 45: LOLLAPALOOZA AND THE RISE OF ALTERNATIVE ft. KATHERINE RYE JEWELL
THIS IS REVOLUTION ＞podcast
The Rise and Fall of Lollapalooza
This chapter explores the transformative journey of Lollapalooza from its inception as a hub for music, art, and activism to its eventual commercialization and decline. The speakers examine the cultural significance of the festival and its impact on alternative artists, alongside the musical landscape shifts of the 1980s and 90s. Insights into Southern underground bands like the B-52s and REM further illustrate the backdrop against which this evolution unfolded.
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