Iggy Pop to deliver fourth John Peel Lecture for the BBC

Iggy Pop is set to deliver the fourth annual John Peel Lecture at BBC Radio Festival 2014. 

The god-father of punk will deliver a speech on the subject of 'Free Music in a Capitalist Society' joining the ranks of past-speakers, Billy Bragg and The Who's Pete Townsend.

The annual John Peel Lecture is designed to create insight and debate around music, with a notable industry figure invited along each year. Inspired by the late, great John Peel, this year's lecture will mark 10 years since the revered radio broadcaster's passing.

On his subject matter, Iggy said "I get the feeling that John was the kind of guy who would have done his job for nothing, as long as he felt great about it. So we have that in common." "Examining his life, I was interested to learn that he found his voice in large part through his wanderings in America. Sometimes it takes strange circumstances to provide a mirror in which to find yourself. Anyway, he's done a lot to give others a voice, and that's the most important gift you can give".

He continues "“I've never given a lecture in my life, but on the day I'm going to attempt a discussion on the subject of free music in a capitalist society. This is a struggle which never ends."

The lecture will be broadcast live on 6 Music, and filmed for BBC Four to be broadcast on Sunday 19 October at 8pm.