Seattle Music 1989: Before Grunge! Punk, Metal, & Why Labels Didn't Get It #thesonicroadpodcast

What was the Seattle music scene like before it was called Grunge? 🤘 Engineer Dave Hillis and Drummer Dave Krusen (Pearl Jam, Candlebox) transport you to the late 80s—a vibrant, confusing melting pot where punk bands fused with metal bands, and music was "open to interpretation" before the media labeled it. They discuss the critical role of London Bridge Studio and the community-building power of Battle of the Bands in forging the unique sound that would eventually explode into the global grunge phenomenon. Seattle Fans: What band from the pre-Grunge era do you think deserves more credit? Tell us in the comments! Find Dave Krusen's music and projects here: https://www.davekrusen.com/ Find Dave Hillis's work and projects here: On Instagram @davehillismusic Follow The Sonic Road Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & X: @thesonicroad Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/thesonicroad #thesonicroadpodcast #rockmusic #metalmusic #rockpodcast #metalpodcast #rocknroll #alternativemusic #podcast2025 #podcastlife #newepisodes #SeattleGrunge #LondonBridgeStudio #PearlJam #DaveKrusen #MusicHistory