• The Death and Rebirth of the Rock Festival - Flower Crowns, Corporate Cash & Altamont's Grandkids
    Apr 8 2026
    In this episode, host Alex Calder traces the evolution of rock festivals from Altamont's 1969 chaos to today's multi-billion-dollar mega-events like Coachella and Glastonbury. Exploring disasters like Woodstock '99 and Fyre Festival, Alex examines how modern festivals balance corporate control with countercultural dreams, transforming music gatherings into branded experiences where attendees perform for social media while seeking authentic connection.

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    38 min