Black Flag – My War (1984)

The Cobain 50

Larry Mizell Jr. dives into My War by Black Flag.

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Larry Mizell Jr. dives into My War by Black Flag. This proto-punk sophomore album upset the fast-paced expectations of hardcore by slowing it down, complete with all-out screams confessing deep-seated emotion. This sound set the precedent for Seattle's famous grunge sound. 

Hosts: Dusty Henry and Martin Douglas
Written by: Larry Mizell Jr. 
Audio producer: Roddy Nikpour
Podcast manager: Isabel Khalili

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