States of Independence
Talkhouse / Cup & NuzzleStates of Independence dives deep into the hidden histories of the world’s greatest independent record labels with the people that know them best – the founders who built them, and the artists who made them into the stuff of rock and roll legend. In season one, it’s the saga of Beggars Banquet – an iconic punk era label that would eventually spawn an indie empire. Featuring riotous tales from labe... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 16 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic HistoryMusic Interviews | |||
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Welcome back to States of Independence! This special episode goes deep into the story of Trunk Records, home of The Wicker Man soundtrack, Joe Harriott's Hum Dono, Michael Garrick's Moonscape, the music from Kes, Bod, The Clangers and so much more. O... more
In this last episode of the series we’re at the end of the 90s, a time when Beggars Banquet were signing a lot of guitar bands, but finding it hard to get any of them away. Derby’s own The Beekeepers struggled - the band’s ex-singer Jamie breaks down... more
Beggars contains multitudes. Here, three very different acts from its storied roster share their own experiences of the label. Buffalo Tom’s Bill Janowitz recalls emerging from the same Amherst alt rock scene that birthed Dinosaur Jr and happily stum... more
Bonus time! A story so compelling, we thought it deserved its very own episode. Behold: the full account of the fire that gutted Rick Rubin’s studio, destroyed all of Love and Rockets’ gear, and had everyone involved swearing never to dabble with a o... more
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- Eye opening
Suprisingly sanguine & honest music biz story that tells it how it really is in a massive band on a independant UK label. I was a twenty year old then, a sixty five year old now… mysteries have been cleared through this no holds barred truth fest.
And you kno….. it hasnt diminished my need for this music still! Applause
Apple Podcasts5picky neek
United Kingdom3 months ago - No idea
Even though I have never heard of half of these bands, the stories are superb
Apple Podcasts5Kakhuis
Ireland7 months ago - Excellent Story
What an interesting and captivating podcast. I can’t wait for another season!
Apple Podcasts5M👍H
Canada8 months ago - Excellent
Really enjoying every episode on this! Keep em coming.
Apple Podcasts5Prefab Sprout
Netherlands8 months ago - Exceptional
The Beggars story is brilliantly told here, with a great balance between the artistic side and the business side of what it achieved. A hugely important chapter in cultural history captured with great skill.
Apple Podcasts5WhoHe039United Kingdom8 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #30 | United Kingdom/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #36 | Canada/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #89 |  Italy/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #71 | Ireland/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #93 |  South Africa/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #154 |  Sweden/Music/Music History |
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A deep-dive into the history and impact of a major independent label, with episodes featuring its founder and a rotating roster of legendary artists and collaborators. The conversations explore artistic integrity under commercial pressures, the label's evolution from punk beginnings to a wider indie ecosystem, and the human stories behind iconic records and career moves. Viewers can expect candid recollections from musicians, label founders, and industry figures about signing, branding, transitions to major labels, and the enduring culture of independence that shaped a generation of music. Noteworthy is the ecosystem focus—how a single label helped spawn a vast indie empire—and the emphasis on personal narratives that illuminate both the cr... more
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Recent guests on States of Independence include:
1. Jamie East
2. Simon Neil
3. Matt Berninger
4. Bill Janowitz
5. Trevor Tanner
6. Aki Nawaz
7. Natacha Atlas
8. Lindy Morrison
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