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EPISODE · Sep 6, 2026 · 11 MIN

From DIY T-Shirts to Hot Topic: The Rise of Punk Merch

from The History of Punk Rock Podcast: Bands, Scenes, Hardcore, DIY Culture, Record Labels, Clubs, and Punk Music History · host Podily

This episode traces how punk’s hand‑cut tees and ripped collared shirts gave way to licensed apparel, corporate retail, and legal battles over imagery. We dig into the origins in basement shops, the growth of labels and distributors, and how modern festivals blend handmade patches with mass‑produced merchandise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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