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In this patrons-only episode Jeremy dons his leather jacket to conclude our history of the early days of heavy metal. We hear about how the convergence of space rock, biker gangs, and the fantasy aesthetics of writer Michael Moorcock created an deeply abiding metal culture that would contribute massively to the second half of the Twentieth Century and beyond. Jeremy discusses the success of Warhammer, makes the case for rock opera, argues for the cultural significance of the Lord of the Rings and even has time to unpack metal masculinity, with reference to bands including Led Zeppelin, Hawkwind, Judas Priest and Deep Purple. Rock on!

Produced by Matt Huxley.

Tracklist:
Led Zeppelin - Stairway to Heaven 
Hawkwind - Silver Machine 
Blue Oyster Cult - Stairway to the Stars 
Deep Purple - Smoke on the Water 
Lynyrd Skynyrd - Free Bird 
Thin Lizzy - Whiskey in the Jar 
Kiss - Black Diamond 
Judas Priest - Winter Retreat 
Hawkwind - The Wizard Blew His Horn 
Hawkwind - Kings of Speed 
Judas Priest - The Ripper 
Motorhead - Motorhead