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1991: THE YEAR THAT PUNK BROKE: The Unbearable Lightness of Being Ironic


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How goes it, Docs Till Death-ers?!  This week, the crew discusses Dave Markey's film from 1992 called 1991: THE YEAR THAT PUNK BROKE.  We gotta admit, we're a little confused, so we're glad that Thirstin' More could be on hand to serve as spiritual guide, educating us in the ways of the grunge.  The film is a riveting snapshot of "alternative" music in the moments before that music, and Nirvana in particular, would achieve immense global success -- which in turn, would lead to seismic shifts in the music industry and in culture, more broadly.  Plus, the movie also features one (maybe two) decent bands.  Maybe two and a half.  In any event, we sort it all out on the pod, so give it a listen.  And fair warning: this one's a hot take special!     

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