EPISODE · Sep 6, 2026 · 8 MIN

Johnny Thunders & The Heartbreakers: From Dolls to Anarchy

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

Explore how Johnny Thunders transitioned from the glam‑infused New York Dolls to fronting The Heartbreakers, a band that merged raw punk energy with gritty NYC street grit. The episode digs into lineup shifts, touring across America and Britain, the unfinished live LP ‘L.A.M.F.’, and the DIY infrastructure—clubs, labels, fanzines—that sustained their rebellious ethos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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