Ep470: Steve Diggle of Buzzcocks

Ep470: Steve Diggle of Buzzcocks

Author: The Vinyl Guide October 21, 2024 Duration: 57:37

Steve Diggle of Buzzcocks shares stories from the early punk scene, the making of "Spiral Scratch", rare vinyl releases, the band's lasting influence and his new book "Autonomy."

Topics Include:

  • Steve logs on – golf shirt
  • The new book "Autonomy"
  • Steve was dismayed by prog rock – seeing Yes was discouraging
  • Attending Sex Pistols Manchester gig
  • Did Steve know about punk rock beforehand?
  • Malcolm McLaren pulled Steve into the gig
  • Steve met with the original person he was supposed to meet
  • The story of the name "Buzzcocks"
  • Howard leaving after 10 shows with Buzzcocks
  • The story of "Spiral Scratch" EP
  • Questions on sleeving and DIY on Spiral Scratch
  • Photo on cover of Spiral Scratch
  • How did the band sell and promote Spiral Scratch
  • The name of record label "New Hormones"
  • Test pressings of Spiral Scratch and other Buzzcocks records
  • How the songs were selected for Spiral Scratch
  • Controversies with the song "Orgasm Addict"
  • Buzzcocks had most major record companies trying to sign them
  • The role of the band in Buzzcocks record artwork
  • The Hard-Ons homage to Buzzcocks album
  • The error pressings of "Another Music in a Different Kitchen"
  • Errors in the songwriting credits for "Fast Cars"
  • Steve didn't take on a punk pseudonym
  • Was there competition between Buzzcocks and Magazine?
  • "Singles Going Steady" release in the US market – popularity in the states
  • Steve called John Lennon to invite him to see Buzzcocks
  • Still touring, playing with Descendents, NOFX and modern punk bands they influenced
  • Buzzcocks coming to Australia, new book "Autonomy"

Order Steve's book "Autonomy" here

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