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Deep Dives and Deep Cuts: the History of Punk, Post-punk and New Wave (1976-1986)

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Join Rob and Joseph as they chronologically discuss all the notable albums of the punk/new wave movement. From the messy, anarchic noise of the early 70’s proto-punk rockers to the tired, polished death-rattles of the mid-80’s corporate synth-poppers, no stone goes unturned in their quest to fully examine the birth, life and death of “the wave” that produced some of the most beloved songs in modern popular music.

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Jun 14, 2026

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Episodes

BONUS: More Notable 70's Albums (pt.1) 18.06.2023

Over the last 3 seasons, eagle-eyed listeners have submitted additional albums released in the 1970's that were previously overlooked. Join the lads as they play catch up on 16 more albums from the 70's. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3qO0JKL Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Bonus Track: 5/30/23 30.05.2023

For a Bonus Track, this episode is chocked full of music, both lost gems from 1979 and new stuff from old favorites. Join the lads for discussions on the Smiths, Depeche Mode, the Jam, Iggy Pop, Sparks, the Humans, Those Naughty Lumps, Shock and more. Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

BONUS: Our Fave Songs of 1979 30.04.2023

Join R+J as they take one last look at 1979 with a rundown of everyone's favorite songs from that year. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3VxTvWN Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Bonus Track: 4/25/23 25.04.2023

Radio Silence: BROKEN! The lads finally emerge from their post-season stupor for a quick chat about what's coming up next for the podcast. Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Ep31: The Top 10 Albums of 1979 (pt.2) 26.02.2023

Last week R+J revealed their personal top 10 lists of 1979. In this final episode of Season 3, they are joined by Zac to count down the official top 10 list of punk/new wave albums of 1979 (as determined by the Deep Dive community). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3XYy40B Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Ep30: The Top 10 Albums of 1979 (pt.1) 19.02.2023

In this season's penultimate episode, R+J count down their personal top ten lists of 1979 while speculating on what the final community list will look like (to be revealed in next week's season finale!). Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Bonus Track: 2/12/23 12.02.2023

LAST CHANCE TO VOTE! R+J are joined by some rando they pulled off the street, who reveals her top 10 albums of 1979... all in hopes of inspiring you. Submit your own list by Thursday, February 16th via FaceBook or email to deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

BONUS: What's your favorite albums of 1979? 05.02.2023

It's time to vote for your favorite punk/new wave albums of 1979. The deadline of February 16th is coming up fast! To help you out, R+J attempt an overview of the 1979 output, all 109 albums. You can submit your list on FaceBook or email it to deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3HVwOq2

Ep29A: The Police 29.01.2023

As one of the post-punk bands to most successfully make the transition to pop super-stardom, it seems wholly appropriate that the last deep dive of the season focus on the Police. Rob's highschool buddy, Tony, joins in on the fun. PLUS: it's time to vote for your favorite albums of 1979. Get your list submitted by February 16th. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Y2npSS Emai...

Ep29: December 1979 (pt.2) 15.01.2023

And that's a wrap, Folks! The lads officially end 1979 with the last 6 albums of the season. Ever heard of Wayne County and the Electric Chairs, the Sinceros or Punishment of Luxury? Neither had they. Let's all explore, discover and grow together! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLweEr. Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com.

Ep28: December 1979 (pt.1) 08.01.2023

Both the year of 1979 and the decade ends with neither a bang or a whimper... Maybe a mild yelp? Join the lads as they examine half of the last remaining albums of 1979 from the likes of the Clash, Japan and the Pretenders. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLweEr. Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com.

BONUS: More B-52's (with Mock Lobster) 25.12.2022

Happy holidays, everyone! The lads are taking the month off, providing an excellent opportunity to release extra content from our B-52's episode that was originally cut for time. Join R+J as they chat with Corbin and Matt from the B-52's tribute band, Mock Lobster. It's a lively conversation with lots of B-52's talk and music. Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com. Visit the Mock Lobster websit...

Ep27A: Adam (and the) Ant(s) 27.11.2022

Long time Bay Area punk DJ Carolyn Keddy joins the lads to help determine if Antmusic actually has lost its taste. Learn more about Carolyn's work at: http://carolynkeddy.com/ Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3V3WViB Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com.

Ep27: November 1979 (pt.2) 13.11.2022

November 1979 continues with releases from the likes of Simple Minds, the Raincoats and the Damned. Plus, the lads discuss favorite bass players (and J adds a new name to his list). Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DI8IvC Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com.

Ep26: November 1979 (pt.1) 06.11.2022

November of '79 is yet another month so big it has to be split in two. Join the lads for lively discussions around albums from the likes of Boomtown Rats, PiL, Marianne Faithfull and Adam and the Ants. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3DI8IvC Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com.

Bonus Track: 10/23/22 23.10.2022

The lads get to the two albums that they had to bumped from the last episode. Join R&J as they examine the debuts from Cowboys International and the Surf Punks. Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com.

Ep25: October 1979 (pt.2) 16.10.2022

October 1979 redeems itself in this part 2 episode, with stellar debuts by the Specials, Madness and the Human League. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3MEhFKM Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com.

Ep24: October 1979 (pt.1) 02.10.2022

It's another action-packed month with so many albums, it needs to be split into two episodes. The lads tackle the first half by discussing releases by the likes of Blondie, Joe Jackson, the Fall, the Police and Skids. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Ru4jBv Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Ep23: September 1979 (pt.2) 18.09.2022

It's the month so nice we had to cover it twice... The lads take a close look at the remaining 9 albums released in September of '79. Wires and Iggys and Banshees, oh my! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3SfAdT9 Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Ep22: Aug/Sept 1979 (pt.1) 04.09.2022

These are the salad days of post-punk and new wave. With releases from the likes of Buzzcocks, Gang of Four, the Slits, XTC, Talking Heads and Gary Numan, what's not to love? Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3BbT8bw Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Ep21A: the B-52's 28.08.2022

It's not a party until... the members of the tribute band Mock Lobster join the lads to talk all things B-52's. A barrel of monkeys has got nothing on this episode! Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3QYaBd1 Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Ep21: June/July 1979 14.08.2022

Bookended by two game-changing debut albums, June/July of 1979 is a wild ride! Join R&J as they examine releases from the likes of the Knack, the Cars, the B-52's, Devo, Joy Division and the Flying Lizards. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3dt4BKu Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

BONUS: The Bridge...(pt.2) 07.08.2022

It's the conclusion of our first crossover episode! The Deep Dive lads join the host of This is Modern Rock to examine some of the important bands that debuted in 1987-88. Part two of two. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PLSQxa Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

BONUS: the Bridge Between Punk/New Wave and Alternative/Modern Rock (1987-88) 31.07.2022

It's our first crossover episode! The Deep Dive lads join the host of This is Modern Rock to examine some of the important bands that debuted in 1987-88. Part one of two. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PLSQxa Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

Ep20A: Patti Smith (1975-96) 26.06.2022

Patti Smith: a highly influential icon that helped shaped the punk and post-punk movements. Can you love the bands she influenced without actually liking HER music? R+J hash it out while examining her first six albums. Listen to the full playlist on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3nfoTJ5 Email us at deepdives.deepcuts@gmail.com

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