One

February 27, 2010 by Jimmy J · Leave a Comment  

Showcasing the vast vintage t-shirt arsenal of Anthrax, Megadeth, Metallica and Slayer.


Shirt #3: Metallica, One

Availability: Explore Vintage Metallica Tees on eBay

Album: …And Justice for All

Date: 1989

Art: Pushead

Fact: “One” was Metallica music video #1.

Approximate value: $75-$150

Image Courtesy of: stormcrow-vintage



Writers and Photographers Wanted!

February 26, 2010 by Jimmy J · Leave a Comment  

Are you a vintage t-shirt aficionado with a knack for writing? Maybe you own a shirt with a great story like the ones in our My Vintage T-Shirt section; or you’re a photographer with an eye for vintage street level fashion. Perhaps you have a unique idea for a regular Defunkd feature – what ever the case may be, we’re looking for relevant contributions to our wonderful blog. Collectors, dealers, everyone is welcome to pitch their ideas. Please contact us.



Metal Mascots

February 25, 2010 by Jimmy J · 15 Comments  

Using your skills as a vintage aficionado can you identify each metal band and their mascot from these vintage t-shirt close-ups? Post your feedback below and no Google cheating! The answers will be revealed in one week.



Lonely Hearts

February 24, 2010 by Jimmy J · Leave a Comment  

Every so often we feature an interesting vintage clothing piece that’s currently up for grabs on eBay. Please inform us if you create or discover an auction we might like by posting a link to the listing on our forum.


Item: vintage 1960s Beatles St. Pepper t-shirt

Brand: Hanes

Sold By: rickykyz

What the Seller Says: This is an original vintage late 60′s or early 70′s Beatles Sgt Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band T-Shirt. Shirt came from original owner who was the one who did the tie dye job. Shirt is a little musty from age and has some slight yellowing on the back.

What we Say: Nice subtle tie-dye. Your heart will never be lonely in this t-shirt.

Final Price: $182.49

  • Check out the rare vintage Beatles Butcher t-shirt.


Rap Jam ’91

February 23, 2010 by Jimmy J · Leave a Comment  

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A photographic tribute to the legendary DJ AM and his amazing vintage t-shirt collection.


Shirt #4: Rap Jam ’91

Artists: 2 Live Crew, Ice Cube, Too Short, The Afros, Yo Yo, P.R.T., H.W.A., BWP

Year: 1991

  • View the previous vintage Prodigy t-shirt.
  • View the entire DJ AM t-shirt photo gallery.

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