Breaking Waves: Seattle Episode 4: Can You Hear Us? The New Puget Sound
Nov 2, 2021
Josh Rosenfeld, owner of Barsuk Records and pivotal in launching Death Cab for Cutie's career, joins Marco Collins, a key DJ who broke bands like Harvey Danger, and Eva Walker, frontwoman of the Blacktones, known for her roots in grunge and New Orleans music. They dive into Seattle's post-grunge transformation, exploring the rise of indie rock and electronic sounds. The trio discusses how the local scene is evolving with fresh voices, highlighting emerging female artists and the enduring legacy of the region's musical pioneers.
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Emergence of Indie Rock Post-Grunge
- Indie rock evolved from and diverged against grunge, focusing more on introspective, intellectual songwriting.
- It incorporated subtlety and postmodern deconstruction, moving away from grunge's heavy distorted rock sound.
Harvey Danger's Pop Breakthrough
- Harvey Danger's hit "Flagpole Sitta" helped bridge Seattle's grunge era to the new indie wave.
- Marco Collins recalls recognizing it as a perfect pop record and played it extensively on radio.
Seattle's Rich Music Ecosystem
- Seattle's thriving scene was supported by a strong ecosystem of radio, clubs, and record stores.
- This infrastructure allowed local artists to experiment and gain national attention organically.
