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 | 11 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music InterviewsMusic HistoryMusic | |||
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Really well made episodes. He lets the guest do the talking and doesn’t push them into a direction he wants.
Great insight into how the music industry works for some people.
Apple Podcasts5Mark NY UK
United Kingdoma month ago - Lets the topics breathe
Love love love… nice to hear the interviews not just going into detail, but letting the personality of the participants really emerge. Fantastic stuff. Brings the era to life!
Apple Podcasts5SpengolianUnited Kingdoma month ago - Fascinating
A great new podcast which starts with Beggars Banquet Records. From punk to the present day. In depth interviews with the main players and great production values. Essential if you love learning about music and music history
Apple Podcasts5Nigey BUnited Kingdoma month ago - Fantastic in-depth stories behind the labels
Really enjoying this. The podcast takes its time to really go in depth into all the stories behind the labels and is driven by some fabulous interviews.
Apple Podcasts5Dan_E_TUnited Kingdoma month ago - Top new find
An excellent idea for a podcast and great to be starting with Beggars Banquet - well worth listening for the music obsessive like me 😀
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Apple Podcasts | #29 |  United States/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #9 | United Kingdom/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #38 | United Kingdom/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #55 | Canada/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #24 |  Australia/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #53 |  Italy/Music/Music History |
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A compelling exploration of the hidden histories behind independent record labels, this series focuses particularly on Beggars Banquet, an iconic label renowned for its influence on punk music and its evolution into a powerful indie empire. Through spirited conversations with label founder Martin Mills and notable artists like Gary Numan and The Cult, listeners gain insightful perspectives on the music industry's changing dynamics, the creative struggles of artists, and the moments that defined a generation of music. Distinct for its in-depth storytelling and personal anecdotes, the podcast not only highlights the journeys of famous bands and their founders but also thoroughly captures the essence of punk rock and its lasting impact on cont... more
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1. Tim Burgess
2. Brix Smith
3. Michael Aston
4. Jay Aston
5. Aki Nawaz
6. Gary Numan
7. Jon Rocca
8. Peter Murphy
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