You Better Stop And Think
I was lucky growing up in and around Boston. Granted, I officially grew up in Maine, but in hardcore terms, my growing up occurred in Worcester, MA. I spent some of the best years of my life rolling around Worcester, from age 18 to 23. This was a good time for Massachusetts hardcore. 1998 to […]
You Better Stop And Think!
A few years back, if you asked me who had the best Stop And Think collection and was NOT from Boston, I would have quickly said michielwalrave. He unloaded a bunch a while back so I can no longer say that. But hey, at least he’s sharing the wealth. Apparently one person flaked on buying […]
Jungle Jamz
Jaguarz. Perhaps the most underrated and overlooked Lockin Out band of that era. It’s hard to stand in the shadows of Mental, Stop And Think, Righteous Jams, Justice, DUMPTRUCK, … Real hard. But this band wasn’t made up of slouches, not even close. Owen Black of Trumbull Island fame lead this crew. Rich Perusi of […]
Don’t Mess With Texas
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 […]
Quality Lockin Out Related Zines
Over the years, I’ve come to know a lot of cool people. I grew up through hardcore with a lot of them. First up is a zine from one of Merrimack Valleys finest, Joey C. Before Joey C fronted Righteous Jams or played in Stop And Think, he was just a kid who liked to […]
Stop and Think poster
I’m not gonna lie. I had to have a serious conversation with myself before posting this. Do I really need a picture of Clevo and Joey C on the walls of my office? Possibly, but I will pass this opportunity onto you. I have no info on this except it is crucial. Unless you think […]