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Author Archives: b. murphy

Brian has been collecting shirts for 15 years (plus sneakers, vinyl, ... but mainly shirts). He started going to shows in the mid 90s and quickly got hooked on crucial gear. Blame it on Bane or In My Eyes. He's still in a debate with Dalbec on who has the better Bane collection. As far as blog content, you can expect to see lots of weirdo late 90s tees and lots of newer, more recent merch from Brian.

Grimace Grease

By b. murphy | Published 05/11/2010

go_to_the_net brings it. Brings it bright and purple. This tshirt smacks of Grimace, but oddly, I own and LOVE a Burn shirt in the exact colorway. Very odd. Purple and giant X’s just feels like some weird Attack! Attack! vibe. I prefer this shirt on black. That’s for sure. I don’t recall Mouthpiece selling any… Continue reading ».

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New Vs Used

By b. murphy | Published 05/11/2010

I always find it amusing when sellers list used items for sale that are still available new. available today. Now, perhaps you don’t mind a used tee. I’m not against them. I have plenty of them. But most of my used tees are over 5 years old. Not under 5 months. Then again, perhaps you… Continue reading ».

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Cornerstone

By b. murphy | Published 05/11/2010

When I think of Cornerstone, I think of Fastbreaks older brother. But that’s my generation. Older heads probably think about a youth crew band that kept the spirit alive in Connecticut post Wide Awake / Up Front. Younger kids … well, younger kids are probably just scratching their heads. They’ve probably never even heard Beating… Continue reading ».

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Don’t Mess With Texas

By b. murphy | Published 05/10/2010

I’ve been to many states in the continental US. I know, I know. Lots of kids in the hardcore scene can claim that these days. Anyone in a band has most checked off. BUT I’ve never been in a band. I’m just down for a good road trip. I once drove to California with 2… Continue reading ».

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