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POP LIFE EP. 45: LOLLAPALOOZA AND THE RISE OF ALTERNATIVE ft. KATHERINE RYE JEWELL

Mar 28, 2025
Katherine Rye Jewell, a professor and author of "Live from the Underground: A History of College Radio," dives into the vibrant world of alternative music and its evolution. She discusses the cultural significance of Lollapalooza, questioning if it was the Woodstock for Generation X. Jewell highlights the festival's role in promoting diverse genres and contrasts its commercialization with earlier, grassroots origins. The conversation also touches on the racial tensions surrounding the festival and explores themes of authenticity in music, making for a thought-provoking and nostalgic dialogue.
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