

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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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Birth of Lollapalooza and the Alternative Revolution
03:48 • 3min
The Rise and Fall of Lollapalooza
06:37 • 10min
From Punk to Hip-Hop: The Evolving Music Landscape
16:45 • 27min
Cultural Tensions and Music Festivals
43:53 • 13min
The Irony of Corporate Sponsorship in Alternative Music
57:19 • 23min
Evolving Festival Experiences
01:20:15 • 6min
Authenticity in Music: Exploring the Lines Between Reality and Fabrication
01:25:49 • 2min
Authenticity in Music: A Cultural Reflection
01:27:42 • 16min
The Shadows of Woodstock: Realities of Music Festivals
01:43:22 • 10min
Reflections on Music and Culture in Burlington
01:53:01 • 3min
Exploring Identity in Alternative Rock
01:55:39 • 2min
The Legacy of Music Festivals and Cultural Credibility
01:57:11 • 1min
Nostalgia and Critique: Music of 1995
01:58:39 • 3min