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How a teenage misfit helped shape punk, invented post-punk, and carved out a new space for queerness in rock.
Just in time for the full moon last night, we’re digging into the legacy of Siouxsie Sioux who helped define punk’s first wave and inspired what came after it. From hanging out at early Sex Pistols gigs to inventing her own sound with the Banshees, Siouxsie pushed post-punk into new, darker, weirder places. We trace her story from the gritty queer bars of London to her global legacy. Siouxsie doesn’t get enough credit for just how many bands cite her as a direct influence. On this episode, I attempt to give credit where it’s due because there’s no doubt that post-punk, New Wave, and Goth wouldn’t be the same without her.
This episode contains some of my favorite music from some of my favorite bands like The Smiths, Joy Division, Depeche Mode, Cocteau Twins, The Cure, Radiohead, TV on the Radio, and many more. I hope you enjoy!
