The Rise and Fall of ... - 3. Hey Scenesters!
A new tribe is born: The Indie. You can spot an Indie a mile off. They are in skinny jeans, scarves, and trilbies, in a random configuration designed to look as dirty and debauched as possible. The early internet - MySpace and band forums - solidifies this fun new scene, and breaks down barriers between artist and fan. 'Guerilla Gigs' become a thing, with spontaneous shows sprouting up in funeral parlours, tube trains, pub roofs ... and drug dens.
Featured interviewees include Alexandra Haddow, Gary Jarman and Pete Doherty
Presented by Kate Nash
Produced by Jack Howson & Rich Power
A Peanut & Crumb production for BBC Sounds & 6 Music
Warning: this episode contains strong language, adult themes and descriptions of drug use, which some listeners may find distressing. Details of help and support are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline
Published on Friday, 25th July 2025.
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