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Phill Savidge orchestrated the Britpop assizes, all the while coming on like a cross between Jean Baudrillard and Eva Peron. You will laugh until your septum falls out. Luke Haines, author of Bad Vibes: Britpop & My Part In Its Downfall

As co-founder and head of legendary public relations company Savage & Best, Phill Savidge is widely credited as being the main instigator of the Britpop musical movement that swept the UK in the mid 1990s. During this period, Savidge won four PR awards and, together with Savage & Best, represented most of the artists associated with the scene – including Suede, Pulp, The Verve, Elastica, Longpigs, Kula Shaker, ­Spiritualized, Menswear, ­Marion, Ultrasound, Echo­belly, The Auteurs, and Black Box Recorder – and had the kind of fun that is now banned by the Proper Job Authorities.

Shredders! – The Oral History of Speed Guitar (and more)
“How fast can you play?”
“What guitar do you have?”
“Who is better, Van Halen or Steve Vai?”

For metal fans in the 80’s these where commonand important questions. Tune in to MTV, pick up a magazine, or walk into an instrument store, and more than often you’d be exposed to what is now known as shredding – the fast, virtuoso soloing popularized by musicians like Vai and Van Halen, Joe Satriani and Yngwie Malmsteen, Randy Rhoads and Dimebag Darrell.

Drawing on more than seventy exclusive interviews with key shredders past and present, author and guitarist Greg Prato has assembled the definite guide to the fasted players of them all.

“Well, one person’s shred is another person’s slow hand …”
— GEORGE LYNCH

Although some define hardcore as a specific sound, most believe it’s more than that: a set of varying ideas, ethics, principles, attitudes, and yes, music, that converge to form a community. So, what draws people to this underground scene, and why are so many able to find their “home” within its invisible walls? Burning Fight: The Nineties Hardcore Revolution in Ethics, Politics, Spirit, and Sound by Brian Peterson provides some answers, but also brings up a whole new set of questions for those who‘ve been drawn to the scene’s political, social, ethical, and spiritual ideas amidst the screamed vocals and abrasive chords. Beginning in 2003, Peterson tracked down some people who were a part of ’90s hardcore. Over the course of five years, the idea spread into a project that included over 150 interviews with many band members, fanzine writers, show promoters, and others involved in hardcore during the ’90s from all around the country. “I decided to focus the book on the debates surrounding straight edge, animal rights, politics/activism, and spirituality,” Peterson said. “It seemed like you couldn’t go to a show in the early ’90s without getting into a discussion with someone about one of these topics. Obviously, there were many other important issues, ideas, and, of course, bands from this era, but I also realized I couldn’t write an encyclopedia. So, I went with the topics and bands that seemed to resonate most with the people I interviewed.” Burning Fight draws upon the memories of many who played influential roles in the ’90s-hardcore era to understand what made this scene so unique in its ability to synthesize music, politics, social issues, and spirituality into what many felt was a powerful counter-cultural movement where change was just around the corner.

Pop! The Guy, mascot of American heavy metal band, Disturbed, is here to take the stage and shake up your music collection! Make Pop! The Guy the face of your band in your Pop! Rocks collection. Vinyl figure is approximately 10.4 cm tall.

Pop! Jordan of the American boy band, New Kids on the Block, is here to take the stage and liven up your music collection! Reunite Pop! Jordan with the band in your Pop! Rocks collection. Vinyl figure is approximately 10.8 cm tall.

Pop! Jonathan of the American boy band, New Kids on the Block, is here to take the stage and liven up your music collection! Reunite Pop! Jonathan with the band in your Pop! Rocks collection. Vinyl figure is approximately 10.5 cm tall.

Pop! Joey of the American boy band, New Kids on the Block, is here to take the stage and liven up your music collection! Reunite Pop! Joey with the band in your Pop! Rocks collection. Vinyl figure is approximately 11.1 cm tall.

Pop! Donnie of the American boy band, New Kids on the Block, is here to take the stage and liven up your music collection! Reunite Pop! Donnie with the band in your Pop! Rocks collection. Vinyl figure is approximately 10.8 cm tall.

Pop! Danny of the American boy band, New Kids on the Block, is here to take the stage and liven up your music collection! Reunite Pop! Danny with the band in your Pop! Rocks collection. Vinyl figure is approximately 11.05 cm tall.

Eugen S Robinson, O Yama O, Nappy Nina, Lary 7, Ale Hop, …

Medicom Toy proudly presents the 100% + 400% Kiss Demon Chrome Be@rbrick Toys, a highly collectible two piece toy set that pays homage to the legendary glam rock band, KISS. A 500% Be@rbrick original, strictly limited edition! Heights: 28 cm (400%) resp. 7 cm (100%); box measures: 23 x 30,5 x 18 cm.

Pop! Batman™ is stepping out of the shadows to fight alongside your favorite heroes! Defend your The Flash™ collection by bringing this DC hero into your home. Vinyl figure is approximately 4-inches tall.

Travel the stars with Pop! The Little Prince™! This space explorer has pondered life on many planets and now he is here to learn from your The Little Prince™ collection. Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of Le Petit Prince™ by welcoming this beloved character into your Books set. Vinyl figure is approximately 10.8 cm tall.

Last of the Malacovians, Murray has woken from his ancient slumber; but are his intentions for humanity benevolent or nefarious? This 3.75” scale articulated Dio ReAction Figure of Murray (aka Murralsee) features all-black body with the exception of piercing red eyes and comes with metal chain accessory. Inspired by its appearance on the cover art of the “Holy Driver” album, the DIO ReAction Figure of Murray is a must for any Heavy Metal menagerie!

• Product Material/Process: Injected Plastic & Paint
• Product Accessories: Metal chain
• Package Dimensions (in): 9"x6"x1"
• Weight (oz): 3 oz

Mark E Smith, Adele Bertei, Natalia Beylis, …

Cover with damaged spine and corner.

Dave Lombardo, Paul Dunmall, Alison Cotton, Verity Susman, …