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Destroy! The influence of punk.

Richard Smith, BRB Studios, Inc.
Punk Movement
Electronic Music
Cabaret Voltaire
Anarchy
Depeche Mode
Mute Records
Societal Decline
Music Videos
Graphic Design
Techno
DIY Ethos
Chaos
Sex Pistols
Miller-Zilmer Foundation
BRB Studios
Sheffield
Striking Miners
Richard Smith
Music Industry
Emerging Technologies

From the Sex Pistols to The Raincoats, the Ramones to the New York Dolls, the punk movement's impact on society is still being felt today. Host Richard Smith interviews the outsiders and misfits who drove this cultural revolution to discover what inspired them and what shaped their careers.

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Voices of Protest, Season 2 of Destroy! The Influence of Punk begins where dissent became impossible to ignore. Set against 1970s Britain and a world in upheaval, this episode traces how youth culture, political rupture, and lived experience collided... more

Voices of Protest isn’t about celebrating rebellion. It’s about tracing the conditions under which protest becomes an impervious force.

In Season 2 of Destroy! The Influence of Punk, we explore those conditions through our guests’ lived experiences ... more

“Fond affections are never said, they’re only sung in song.” (Michael Allen, Rema Rema)

Born in 1957 in County Durham, northeast England, British designer Vaughan Oliver stepped out of a world steeped in tradition and into the nonconformist realm... more

“Fond affections are never said, they’re only sung in song.” (Michael Allen, Rema Rema)

Born in 1957 in County Durham, northeast England, British designer Vaughan Oliver stepped out of a world steeped in tradition and into the nonconformist realm... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Savage
Music journalist and cultural critic, author of The Secret Public.
Episode: “Jon Savage: resistance is not futile.”
Neville Brody
A revered designer of both the 20th and 21st centuries, known for his innovative approach to graphic design, shaping the visual landscape through influence from punk and Dadaism.
Brody Associates
Episode: “Neville Brody: leaving convention behind.”
Brendan Dawes
An innovative artist known for his work with generative art and NFTs.
Episode: “Brendan Dawes: on the edge of oblivion.”
Daniel Miller
Founder of Mute Records, a producer, DJ, and musician with a deep involvement in electronic music for over 50 years.
Mute Records
Episode: “Daniel Miller: revelation vs limitation.”
Andy McCluskey
Lead singer of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, known for influential synth-pop tracks.
Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark
Episode: “Andy McCluskey: electric dreams.”
Malcolm Garrett
A graphic designer and cultural iconoclast whose work blended high art and pop culture, especially in the music industry.
Various bands such as Buzzcocks, Magazine, Duran Duran, and Simple Minds
Episode: "Malcolm Garrett: conceptual continuity."
Peter Care
Filmmaker and pioneer of early music videos, known for working with bands like Cabaret Voltaire and REM.
Episode: "Peter Care: projecting rebellion.”
Alex McDowell
Creative designer and narrative designer, known for his influential work in film and design.
University of Southern California
Episode: “Alex McDowell: design is a sharp knife.”
Stephen Mallinder
Co-founder of the influential experimental music group Cabaret Voltaire
Cabaret Voltaire
Episode: “Stephen Mallinder: the journey of the beat.”

Host

Richard Smith
Host of Destroy! (specializes in interviews with outsiders and misfits who drove cultural revolutions in punk and related scenes).

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Love It!

    Great interviews with iconic artists and musicians. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cecilp__
    United Statesa year ago
  • great stuff

    every one a winner, great pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stagaz
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great insight into the people who defined the 80’s that you don’t often hear from.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    t.g.walter
    United Statesa year ago
  • You have to destroy to create!

    A great glance into the DIY ethos of punk and its influence on a generation of musicians, designers, and artists. Thoughtful conversations with cultural icons who helped shape and were shaped by the punk movement.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    codeswitch
    United Statesa year ago
  • Buddies chitchat about the old days

    If you know these guys and want to listen to war stories. Fine. If you want to learn about the cultural impact of British Punk read “England’s Dreaming” by Jon Savage.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gines Passmonte
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners enjoy the deep dives into design and visual culture alongside music history.
Listeners praise the thoughtful conversations with cultural icons and the focus on DIY punk heritage.
Many comment on high-quality storytelling and the guest selections.

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“Spizz: the final frontier.”
Q: What do you think the future holds for Spizz?
I’m not a commercial businessman in music, and that’s never been the driving force for me.
“Spizz: the final frontier.”
Q: Did you feel like an outsider during the punk movement?
Yes, I felt I wasn't recognized and that we were never considered cool with the rough trade scene.
“Jon Savage: resistance is not futile.”
Q: What do you think about the Just Stop Oil movement and Extinction Rebellion?
Jon expresses caution about the efficacy of nonviolent forms of protest, remaining equivocal about their potential success.
“Jon Savage: resistance is not futile.”
Q: Do you think there will be a cultural revolution like punk again?
Jon is skeptical that such a specific cultural revolution will happen again due to the vastly different media landscape and the saturation of popular culture today.
“Jon Savage: resistance is not futile.”
Q: What do you think about Spotify, the streaming services, corporatization of music?
Jon mentions that while there are more people releasing records than ever, the real challenge lies in how to get attention in a crowded media landscape.

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This show spotlights the social and cultural impact of punk, often through intimate conversations with artists, designers, and cultural observers who helped define the movement. Across episodes, discussions revolve around DIY ethics, the visual language of album artwork, and the broader influence of punk on music, fashion, and youth culture. Notable is how guests frame resistance, authenticity, and community in a movement that constantly redefines itself, making it appealing to listeners who value historical context, design, and first-hand storytelling from insiders.

Unique strengths include a strong emphasis on the visual and cultural ecology surrounding punk—bridging music with design, publishing, and subcultural narratives—paired with t... more

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