70: The true story of real dubstep
Summary
No Tags discusses the chaotic spectacle of the US World Cup closing ceremony and Madonna’s new album, debating its quality and production choices. The hosts then explore the rise of micro-festivals and DIY music scenes in Europe. The main segment features an interview with Lauren Martin, author of *Aftershock*, the definitive oral history of dubstep. They discuss the genre’s origins in Croydon, the vital role of physical infrastructure like Big Apple Records, and the unique dynamics between early producers and DJs.
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