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Ep. 131 The Sunset Strip | History, Villains & Ghosts| The Count of Sunset Case
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Today’s episode dives into the fascinating history of the Sunset Strip, a legendary stretch of road in West Hollywood known for its iconic music venues, nightclubs, and celebrity hotspots. From the 1920s heyday of speakeasies and silent film stars to its role as the epicenter of the 1960s rock scene with iconic venues like The Whisky a Go Go and The Roxy Theatre, the Sunset Strip has been at the forefront of entertainment culture for decades. One particularly criminal figure we’ll be discussing is “The Count of Sunset,” a mysterious character who was a fixture on the strip in the 1980s. Known for his elaborate capes and extravagant parties, he added an element of darkness & violence. Join us as we uncover more about this dark figure, lets learn about the ghosts of the strip and the rich history of this storied boulevard.
142 episodes
Manage episode 415151094 series 2946393
Today’s episode dives into the fascinating history of the Sunset Strip, a legendary stretch of road in West Hollywood known for its iconic music venues, nightclubs, and celebrity hotspots. From the 1920s heyday of speakeasies and silent film stars to its role as the epicenter of the 1960s rock scene with iconic venues like The Whisky a Go Go and The Roxy Theatre, the Sunset Strip has been at the forefront of entertainment culture for decades. One particularly criminal figure we’ll be discussing is “The Count of Sunset,” a mysterious character who was a fixture on the strip in the 1980s. Known for his elaborate capes and extravagant parties, he added an element of darkness & violence. Join us as we uncover more about this dark figure, lets learn about the ghosts of the strip and the rich history of this storied boulevard.
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