Electronica
808 State
Defunkd’s exclusive collection of vintage t-shirts for sale at reasonably exorbitant prices.
Item #23: 808 State
Year: 1990
Circulation: Rarer than a rave with no glow-sticks.
Originally a hip-hop group called Hit Squad Manchester, 808 State went on to became pioneers of the British electronica movement. With a name borrowed from the Roland TR-808 drum machine and penchant for digital production – ironically it was the soothing sounds of Graham Massey’s saxophone coupled with ambient nature sounds that scored them their first hit, Pacific State.
Brand: Screen Stars
Measurements: 22″ (pit-to-pit) 29″ (rear collar-bottom seam)
Condition: Near Mint.
Variables: None.
Available for purchase here.
Jimmy founded Defunkd in 2004 when he started selling vintage t-shirts online. 20 years of experience later and he hasn't looked back since. Actually, he looks back all the time given he's a sucker for nostalgia. For more, check the history of Defunkd and Jimmy's Expertise.
