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#Arteetude 225: Detlef Schlich continues engaging with Julia Melzer and delves deeper into Julia's experiences with sobriety, her vibrant life on tour, and the broader implications of punk rock as both a music genre and a cultural movement. At the end we listen to "You sufficate me."

Season 1 | Episode 225

28m | Apr 14, 2024

In episode 225 of the ArTEEtude podcast, Detlef Schlich continues engaging with Julia Melzer, building on the themes introduced in the previous episode. This instalment delves deeper into Julia's experiences with sobriety, her vibrant life on tour, and the broader implications of punk rock as both a music genre and a cultural movement.

Julia shares anecdotes from her recent tours in England and Germany, highlighting the camaraderie and challenges of touring with her band, Erection, in their beloved band bus, VALVY. She reflects on the unique energy of performing sober on stage, emphasizing the heightened connection to music and the audience this brings.

The discussion then shifts to the punk rock scene's evolution and its enduring spirit in England. Julia and Detlef explore punk's role in fostering social commentary and activism, particularly within the feminist movement. They discuss how punk influences contemporary culture, touching upon its impact on fashion, attitude, and art beyond music.

Listeners are treated to insights into Julia's personal inspirations and the significance of punk rock in expressing social and political themes through her music. The episode closes with listener questions, offering Julia's perspectives on the differences between the punk scenes in Germany and England, the impact of punk on the younger generation, and the fusion of punk ethos with personal and musical identity.