CD Burners 87: This Record Got Green Day Kicked Out of Punk w/ Ryan Savitski
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Jan 20, 2026 In this engaging discussion, Ryan Savitski, vocalist of the band One Step Closer, shares how Green Day's Dookie influenced him and countless others. He highlights the pivotal moment when Green Day was banned from their scene for signing with a major label. Ryan reminisces about his first punk show and how Dookie ignited his passion for music. The conversation dives into the tension between maintaining punk credibility and achieving commercial success, showcasing how this iconic album became the blueprint for pop-punk.
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Third Album That Changed The Game
- Dookie was Green Day's third album and showed punk bands could scale mainstream without abandoning core identity.
- The record's success reframed "sellout" debates and inspired DIY bands to consider major-label possibilities.
Banned From Gilman After Signing
- Morgan and T.J. describe Green Day getting banned from Gilman after signing to a major label.
- The ban illustrates how seriously the scene policed authenticity in the 90s.
Singles With Staying Power
- Dookie's singles have unreal longevity and radio presence decades later.
- Its commercial impact (Billboard #2, multi-platinum, cultural recognition) cemented pop-punk's template.
