EPISODE · Sep 6, 2026 · 12 MIN

Misfits Break Up 1983 – Chaos That Cemented a Legend

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

The episode traces the chaotic October 1983 tour that tore the Misfits apart, the clash between frontman Glenn Danzig and bassist‑founder Jerry Only, and how each split side forged its own path—Danzig into Samhain’s darker riff rock and Jerry sustaining a rotating Misfits lineup. It explores the post‑breakup releases on the band‑run Plan 9 Records, the ensuing cult status fueled by fanzines and bootlegs, and the legal battles over the Misfits name that continue to echo in punk’s legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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