Rephonic
Artwork for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution

88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution

Kate Magic
Acid House
London
Rave Culture
Djing
DJ Culture
House Music
1980s London
Ecstasy
Pirate Radio
Punk Music
Disco
Cultural Movement
British Music Scene
Electronic Music
Thatcher's Britain
Dance Music
Rare Grooves
Socioeconomic Issues
Counterculture
Music

In 1988, a new cultural youth movement, known as Acid House, swept across the UK. Was it born out of the disaffection of Thatcher’s Britain? Was it down to the new musical styles emerging from Detroit and Chicago? Or was it just all about The Drugs? Whatever it was, everyone wanted in on it, and before long, it felt like an entire generation was raving in a field with their hands in the air, dream... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes11Foundeda year ago
Categories
Music InterviewsMusic HistoryMusic

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution

Latest Episodes

James Hamilton was a 60's hippie, who along with Fraser Clark, promoted those utopian values to the next generation of 80's ravers, influencing the KLF, Spiral Tribe and The Shamen as well as many others. James and Fraser co-founded Encyclopedia Psyc... more

Nick is a visual artist, who provided the visual backdrop for many illegal raves. Coming from the hippy generation, he shares his perspective on rave culture and its importance as a revolutionary force.

Mia had a holographic clothing label called SpaceTime that was worn by many ravers, DJs and bands. She talks about the Harmonic Convergence, and the spiritual significance of rave culture.

Simone was one of the founder members of Spiral Tribe. She tells us about how it felt to be there from the early parties to Castlemorton and the (at the time) most expensive court case in history that the government brought against them.

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Simone Trevelyan
A key figure in the Spiral Tribe collective and an advocate for the free party movement during the Acid House era.
Spiral Tribe
Episode: Simone Trevelyan of Spiral Tribe
Gilles Peterson
DJ and record label owner known for his contributions to the Acid House and Jazz music scenes.
Brownswood Recordings
Episode: Gilles Peterson
Norman Jay
A prominent DJ and figure in the Acid House scene, known for his influence in shaping UK club culture.
Episode: Norman Jay

Host

Kate Magic
Author and host, who explores the Acid House movement through personal narratives and interviews with significant figures from the era.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Roy The Roach
Q: Do you think the music scene's in a healthy place right now?
Yes, it’s probably healthier than ever as more people feel free to explore music without stigma.
Roy The Roach
Q: What was the first time you went somewhere and it was like noticeably different?
Hedonism was different musically than previous parties, marking a significant shift in the scene.
Norman Jay
Q: So would you say you're optimistic for the future?
Yeah, of course. We've still got food on the table. We've got a lot to be thankful for.
Norman Jay
Q: Do you feel that period was responsible for breaking down a lot of racism in this country?
Yeah, of course, and violence. It was a really sort of groundbreaking, euphoric time.
Norman Jay
Q: Did you experience much trouble with the police at those early parties?
No, but I would have done if they knew it was a black guy behind it.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution

What is 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A transformative cultural phenomenon arose in the UK during the late 1980s, marked by the rise of Acid House, which is explored through vibrant conversations with those who were integral to the movement. Key topics include the intersection of music, community, and spirituality, with speakers reflecting on their euphoric experiences in raves and how the scene fostered a sense of belonging and freedom amidst societal constraints. The podcast presents personal narratives that reveal the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals involved in this underground movement, while also addressing the lasting influence of Acid House on contemporary culture and music. Offering a rich tapestry of stories, this collection serves as both a nostalgic dive... more

Where can I find podcast stats for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution have?

To see how many followers or subscribers 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution?

These podcasts share a similar audience with 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution:

1. The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
2. Маруся FM

How many episodes of 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution are there?

88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution launched a year ago and published 11 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution?

Recent guests on 88 – The Untold Story of a Revolution include:

1. Simone Trevelyan
2. Gilles Peterson
3. Norman Jay

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days