Category: Metal

Iron Maiden tees have long been one of the gold standards of vintage t-shirts. Through the many peaks and valleys of the vintage t-shirt market, they have retained their value, and in many cases steadily increased over the years. Why Are Iron Maiden T-Shirts so Valuable? This is partly due to a loyal and ravenous fanbase, and the fact that they’re still touring. And of course, nostalgia is a huge driving factor. Most importantly though, they had a unique approach to t-shirt merchandising and designs. While they did print mass quantities of certain designs, they also created specific designs for ... Read more

Mascots were huge in the 1980s. McDonald’s had the playful Ronald. Wendy’s had the adorable Wendy. And Iron Maiden had Eddie the Head who was born without a body. He made his first appearance in 1980 at a Maiden concert as a paper mache construct and spawned a trend of metal bands and evil mascots. 1. Eddie aka Eddie the Head, Iron Maiden The hardest working metal mascot in show business. The GOAT. He’s showcased at every concert, has had numerous incarnations as an action figure, and starred in his own video game. Not to mention he’s embroiled the Maiden ... Read more

The headbanger’s vintage poly-cotton headquarters. Shirt #28: Grim Reaper Availability: Check Defunkd’s Metal Selection Album: Rock You to Hell Date: 1987 Fact: Grim were discovered after emerging victorious from a Battle of the Bands contest that showcased 100+ bands. Approximate value: $300 Image Courtesy of: Stormcrow-Vintage Check out the previous vintage Zebra t-shirt

The headbanger’s vintage poly-cotton headquarters. Shirt #27: Zebra Availability: Check Defunkd’s Metal Selection Album: No Tellin’ Lies Date: 1984 Fact: Zebra got their start as a Zeppelin, Moody Blues and Rush cover band. Approximate value: $75 Image Courtesy of: In Vintage We Trust Check out the previous vintage Vinnie Vincent Invasion t-shirt

The headbanger’s vintage poly-cotton headquarters. Shirt #27: Vinnie Vincent Invasion Availability: Check Defunkd’s Heavy Metal Tees Album: Vinnie Vincent Invasion Date: 1986 Fact: Mark Slaughter rocked the socks off the panel during his audition for the original line-up of VVI. He had the gig wrapped but but forgot to leave his contact details before he left. With no idea who Slaughter was the band temporarily hired Robert Fleischman (of Journey) until they able to track down Slaughter. Approximate value: $150 Image Courtesy of: Noize Vintage Check out the previous vintage Cinderella t-shirt