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

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. Ringo Starr – “Snookeroo” The Kinks – “Have Another Drink” Led Zeppelin – “The Crunge” The Who – “However Much I Booze” The Rolling Stones – “Dancing with Mr. D.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices