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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.

Rival Mob / Free Spirit Weekend Tour

By b. murphy | Published 01/25/2010

While weekend jack was touring hard and having his way with 5 Guys Burgers, the rest of us were hanging out at home wishing we were on tour with Free Spirit and Rival Mob. These bands are currently tied for my favorite Massachusetts bands. Free Spirit is easily the best band in Boston Hardcore now,… Continue reading ».

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Busted No For An Answer Tee

By b. murphy | Published 01/24/2010

No For An Answer was always a 2nd or 3rd tier Revelation Records band. First, they weren’t from the east coast, that easily knocks them out of the first tier spot. EASILY. Second, they weren’t Chain Of Strength. So they could never be the BEST West Coast band on Revelation Records. But it should go… Continue reading ».

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A great, great, great demo lot

By b. murphy | Published 01/24/2010

If you don’t buy this demo lot, you are a fool! It’s chalk full of early 2000 gems. The Project Next demo tape? Great little tape, some excellent mosh which may sound vaguely familiar … Also, that Xthe gameX demo? Wow, gem material. Fight To Win! MVHC! Oh fuck yes. This band is pre Courage… Continue reading ».

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Grown Up Wall Coverings

By b. murphy | Published 01/24/2010

So you’ve moved out of your parents basement, and you are no longer living in that punk squat with 14 other people. You’ve got your own place with nice hardwood floors and crown molding. All of a sudden, that Mouthpiece poster just doesn’t feel right hanging over your living room fireplace. It’s time to step… Continue reading ».

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