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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:

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