BONUS: What's your favorite albums of 1979?

Ep2: Winter 1977 + the Damned: Winter of 1977 sees the release of the first three UK punk albums. J is so excited he almost wets himself. Meanwhile, R has some "Fun Time" with Iggy Pop's debut solo album. Plus, a closer look at the Damned. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: h ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

79 min listen

Ep9A: the Cars: As the first new wave band to have a real presence on the US charts, the Cars cast a long shadow over the new wave movement of the late 70s and early 80s. R+J explore why while examining their catalog. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: http://s ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

Ep8: March 1978 + the Suicide Commandos: The hits come fast and furious in March of 1978. R finds a lot to love here while a cranky J takes solace in the fact that a beloved songwriter finally gets the backup band he deserves. Plus, a closer look at the music of the Suicide Commandos. Liste ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

Ep23: September 1979 (pt.2): It's the month so nice we had to cover it twice... The lads take a close look at the remaining 9 albums released in September of '79. Wires and Iggys and Banshees, oh my! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3SfAdT9 Email us at ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

82 min listen

Ep1: 1976 + the Ramones: R+J catch the spirit of '76 while listening to the godmother of punk and the godfather of new wave. They also ask the question: what the heck is zolo music? Plus, a closer look at the Ramones. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: spoti.fi/3gWxonX by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

82 min listen

Ep5A: Wire (1977-91): Quite possibly the most influential punk band you've never heard, Wire definitely deserve a closer look into their unique take on punk, post-punk, proto-goth, pop and dance music. The lads marvel at Wire's evolution while examining their first 9 albu ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

82 min listen

2 Minute Teaser: R+J give you the 50 cent tour of their new podcast. (featuring "Toiler on the Sea" by the Stranglers) by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

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BONUS: Our Fave Wave Bands: R+J spill the beans! Join the lads as they each count down their top 10 favorite new wave bands. There's some overlap, but not as much as expected. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2BhmOI9 by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

79 min listen

Ep7A: Kate Bush: Hey, it's the haunting, iridescent, beguiling and slightly menacing music of Kate Bush! Nuff said. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2KIhW3H by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

Ep3: Spring 1977 + the Clash: Spring of 1977 sees the release of only a few LPs, but they're all notable ones! R+J examine the debut albums from 4 iconic British punk bands. Plus, to fill the time, the lads take a deep dive into the catalog of the Clash. Listen to the full playl ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

82 min listen

Ep6: Four to Explore in '77: Now that they've examined every punk and new wave album released in 1977, R+J each pick 2 that they believe deserve a closer look. Join the lads as they dive deep into releases from Richard Hell and the Voidoids, Sparks, Ultravox and the Saints. List ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

70 min listen

Ep20: May 1979: We're 1/3 of the way through 1979 and things are starting to really heat up! With May releases from the likes of the Cure, David Bowie, M, and the Undertones, there's not a dog in the bunch. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Q ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

82 min listen

Ep1A: Blondie: "You got some new wave in my punk!" - "No, you got some punk in my new wave!" R+J argue all things Blondie while dissecting their catalog. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cOssOJ by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

66 min listen

Ep0: Introduction: Introducing Deep Dives and Deep Cuts. Get to know Rob and Joseph as they listen to some of the music that inspired the punk and new wave movement. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36zDdTO by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

67 min listen

Ep6A: The Top 10 Albums of 1977: It's all come down to this! Season one of the podcast goes out with a bang as R+J reveal the top ten albums of 1977 (as determined by you, the Deep Dive listeners). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/39p2umM by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

BONUS: The Manchester Scene: It's time to examine the Manchester, England music scene of the 70s and 80s. The only problem is that R+J know very little about it. Thankfully, Richard Temple pops in from Manchester itself to provide backup. As the show's very first guest, he schoo ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

82 min listen

Ep4A: Iggy Pop (1977-93): It's our most contentious episode yet as Iggy Pop superfan R tries to get a sceptical J to see the error of his non-Iggy-loving ways. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3hy4utt by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

81 min listen

BONUS: Our Fave Punk Bands: Those messy lads spill the beans again! R+J count down their top ten favorite punk bands, introducing each other to previously unfamiliar artists along the way. Fun is had, hearts are warmed, horizons are broadened... Listen to the full playlist on S ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

80 min listen

Ep9: April/May 1978 + the Saints: The surprises don't stop coming in the Spring of 1978. From a minor masterpiece neither host had ever heard before to strong followup albums from bands with disappointing debuts, R and J keep on their toes as they explore albums from the Cars, Slaugh ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

Ep13: November 1978: Is November 1978 the greatest month ever for punk and new wave releases? It's too soon to tell. But with debuts from Siouxsie and the Banshees, the Police, X-Ray Spex, Tubeway Army, and Midnight Oil (not to mention iconic albums from the Clash, the J ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

BONUS: The "Lost" Hidden Tracks: R+J chitchat about this and that, including: listener feedback, misogyny in punk, desert island picks, looking back at season one and looking ahead to season two. This episode is probably for serious listeners only - it's all talky-talk, no rocky-roc ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

70 min listen

Ep3A: The Stranglers: This month's deep dive zeros in on the Stranglers - and who better to lead the conversation than J, whom Spotify has identified as being in the top 1% of Stranglers fans in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD...? (True story!) R tags along for the ride. Listen to t ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

Bonus Track: 6/27/21: Mariah Carey vs. Buzzcocks! Buzzcocks vs. Magazine! Stranglers vs. Moody Blues! Silliness prevails in another mini episode with R+J. There's even more music this time around, but it's still probably for serious listeners only. Email us at deepdives.d ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

43 min listen

BONUS: What's Your Favorite Album of 1977?: There's only one week left to vote for the top albums of 1977. Having trouble deciding? R+J are here to help! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3f9qBH5 by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

57 min listen

Ep4: Summer 1977 + Richard Hell: The Summer of '77 is the best season yet for punk music! R identifies the first true post-punk release while J discovers an album that instantly lands in his Punk Rock Hall of Fame. Plus: a closer look at Richard Hell, Television and Johnny Thunder a ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

82 min listen

Ep8A: Elvis Costello (1977-83): It's time to dive deep into one of the most influential and prolific artists of the early new wave movement. Elvis Costello's first 8 albums span a wide range of styles, moods and attitudes, many of them considered stone cold classics. R+J roll up th ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

Ep5: Fall 1977 + the Sex Pistols: The last months of 1977 see the release of two of the most influential punk albums ever, as well as debuts from 7 up-and-comers and a whole slew of albums from old favorites. R+J also reveal some exciting news about upcoming episodes to help wrap up ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

Ep10A: DEVO: Q: Is this not bland? A: Hell no, it's DEVO! Author of the book "Punk, Post Punk, New Wave" (and acclaimed punk/new wave photographer) Michael Grecco joins the lads to examine the catalog of new wave pioneers DEVO. Listen to the full playlist on Spot ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

BONUS: Please Step Out of the Car(s): It's a pretty ramshackle affair as R+J fumble their way through the solo output from the members of the Cars, detouring along the way to talk about whatever pops into their pretty little heads. This might be another "for serious listeners only" episo ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

82 min listen

Ep11A: Buzzcocks: It's the Buzz, Cock! Will Westercauw, host of the podcast "This is Modern Rock," joins the lads to examine the discography of his favorite punk band, Buzzcocks. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cWgqWp Email us at deepdives.d ... by Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

83 min listen

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