History in Five Songs Episode 286: A New Theory on What Caused Punk

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In Episode 286, Martin posits a new theory about the origins of punk, arguing that it was less a reaction to progressive rock or metal and more a result of a growing disillusionment with established UK rock institutions from the 1960s.

1. Ringo Starr – “Snookeroo”
2. The Kinks – “Have Another Drink”
3. Led Zeppelin – “The Crunge”
4. The Who – “However Much I Booze”
5. The Rolling Stones – “Dancing with Mr. D.”

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