EPISODE · Sep 5, 2026 · 17 MIN

The Germs and the Chaos of Early Los Angeles Punk

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

This episode follows the wild, unfiltered first shows that made The Germs a cornerstone of Los Angeles punk in 1977–78. We unpack the cramped Masque venue, the raw energy of their early demos, and how those DIY‑driven gigs sparked a local scene that would ripple across America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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