EPISODE · Sep 6, 2026 · 13 MIN

Manchester’s Punk Revolution: From Sex Pistols to Factory Records

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

The episode traces Manchester's 1976 punk explosion, starting with the Sex Pistols' show that ignited a city, through Buzzcocks’ pop‑punk energy and the emergence of Factory Records. It explores how venues like the Cuckoo’s Nest, independent labels such as Creation and Factory, fanzines, and DIY touring networks turned a handful of shows into a lasting musical movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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