Lexicon Devil EP and Geza X sessions

Yasi is joined by artist, author, and musician Pleasant Gehman to discuss the Germs and the chaotic birth of the Los Angeles punk scene, which she witnessed firsthand. They discuss the myth vs. the reality of Darby Crash, the DIY community that formed around the enigmatic singer, and how the Germs became one of the era’s most influential bands despite their short reign.

Episode Playlist
Listen to the Germs playlist here.

Credits
Host: Yasi Salek @yasisalek
Guest: Pleasant Gehman @princessofhollywood
Producer: Rob Sundermann
Editor: Adrian Bridges
Additional Production Supervision: Justin Sayles
Theme Song: Bethany Cosentino

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