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Updated Almost Every Week - Check the other sections as well for up-dates on tours, new releases, discography info, etc.
**MY RECORD COLLECTION IS UP FOR GRABS on EBAY, now (Jan 2009) in two places. CLICK these links below to check out the titles
HERE (for seller: "MOSH_OF_ARSE_625" - lots of rare records, shirts, etc)
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HERE (for seller: "LIGAMENT" who is selling older 625 titles and some personal items as well)
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HERE (for seller: "YO_BABY_SUP" who is a friend who has stuff for sale too!)
Again this is the last batch of my personal record collection - lots of rarities, shirts, etc that I have collected since 1984. Sad to see it go....
**ALSO, BE AWARE THAT I MOVE CONSTANTLY, PLEASE CHECK THE CONTACT PAGE FOR UPDATED CONTACT INFO
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Updated 8/16/10
Hey all both the new BLOODY PHOENIX LP and the new PUNCH LP are OUT NOW! Both were split label releases and small pressings, so act fast! BLOODY PHOENIX is just finishing up dates in Europe, while PUNCH had such a good tour in Europe, that they cancelled their US dates due to extremely moshed-bone fractures. That is a kind of a bummer, but Im sure they will be heading out East some time soon. Be prepared to be floored!
Next up we got the new SxFxN EP (in transit to Ebullition!) and the SUFFERING MIND LP (going to press in the next few weeks).
With all these summer-tour related releases, the SPAZZ reissues are next up on the plate. Mastering is done, and artwork is getting finalized right now. Im hoping to recuperate some money and get these SPAZZ reissues out with a quickness. I will let you know when those go to the plant.
Updated 7/19/10
PUNCH LP is dropping this Monday from EBULLITION! If you want to mailorder single copies be sure to check out www.interpunk.com and www.revhq.com . Or better yet, go see them on tour and get some super fancy limited tour edition! Hey - I don't even have one of those!
Updated 7/16/10
Sweating my balls off in the humidity of Tokyo but the 625 juggernaut continues!
The 2nd PUNCH LP is on its way to EBULLITION now. Check mailorders and stores soon! If you are in Europe - be sure to check them out on the road - one of the best live bands from the Bay Area
The 2nd LP from BLOODY PHOENIX (Death to Everyone) is at the plant now and will be at EBULLITION soon. As with PUNCH, they are touring EUROPE now so be sure to check them out!
After that we got the SFN EP, SUFFERING MIND LP and the SPAZZ Reissues. Don't sleep!
Fastcore and air-conditioning
Updated 6/30/10
Back in Tokyo but got a ton of new releases coming up soon!!!!!!!!!!
Both PUNCH and BLOODY PHOENIX are going to EUROPE in the next few weeks, so watch for the TWO NEW LPS by each band to be released soon! Both pummel - PUNCH kicks down more of their 'hammers of justice' fastcore, with BLOODY PHOENIX delivering more of their direct grindcore assault.
After that we got both the new SxFxN EP and the SUFFERING MIND LP!
And after that - by August I am hoping - the first few SPAZZ reissues will be hitting the stores. First up will be CRUSH KILL DESTROY and LA REVANCHA, with DWARF JESTER RISING to follow soon. All are from the original recordings, with new silk-screened covers, and colored vinyl. They will be limited, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled!
For more info see the upcoming page, sign up for the email list (above), and as always, thanks for the support! - Max
Updated 6/1/10
Hey, I'm back to Tokyo until late Fall 2010, so be sure to send an email before mailing me any packages or anything. With all my moving email can be a little slow, but be patient and I will respond!
And don't forget all the new releases this year and the titles planned for summer/fall! The 625 juggernaut continues to roll, so don't sleep!
Updated 5/5/10
SFN and HUMMINGBIRD OF DEATH summer tour dates are up on the tour page now - including info for the local CFD / CROW show that is happening at Gilman on May 21st. Not to be missed!
The FLAT OUT Ep is out now at Gilman - very limited quantities so be sure to pick this up!
Updated 5/1/10
So the FLAT OUT Debut EP is out this Monday at Ebullition! Very limited quanitites as it was a one time press between 4 labels. Killer fastcore from the Bay Area!
Updated 4/14/10
Hey all - two new released, the SOCIETY OF FRIENDS Discography CD and the QUATTRO STAGIONI LP are in limited quantities at EBULLITION now! Be sure to pick those up while you can. After that, we have the debut EP from Bay Area blast unit FLAT OUT, the debut LP from Poland's grinders SUFFERING MIND and a tour EP from the US's SxFxN. Don't sleep!
Also, we are getting ready to start releasing the 3 original SPAZZ LP's again on vinyl. First up will be 1996's LA REVANCHA and 1998's CRUSH KILL DESTROY. These are being mastered off the original masters, with silk screened covers, colored vinyl and poster inserts. Be sure to sign up on the email list above in order to get notices on the release dates!
Also, the last of my record collection is going up now via a friend on eBay. CLICK HERE to check out the listings. Lots of Japanese, European and fastcore records going up in the next few weeks.
Updated 3/15/10
Yo! Two new releases are about to drop next week! Lots of shit is rolling here at 625 so don't sleep - as many of the new releases will be smaller quantity and one time pressings.
SOCIETY OF FRIENDS - Discography CD has shipped! This will be at EBULLITION soon and then to stores, keep an eye out. This is probably one of my favorite bands of all time - original, punishing, well executed songs. Its like progressive-violence, with some of the nicest dudes you have met. This collects every song they ever wrote, various versions, etc
QUATTRO STAGIONI - LP - Debut LP of this now defunct German fastcore band. Insanely fast songs - crazy drumming (listen to the friggin snare hits!), stop-start time changes, variations of speeds and vocals styles. This is for fans of grindcore, power-violence and all crazy fucking music!
After that we have a bunch of things happening - SFN new EP just in time for their tour, the FLAT OUT Ep, and a ton more releases! Don't sleep!
Updated March - HISTORY LESSON
So recently so new things have gone up on the internet that I thought I would pass on to people. One is about my personal history of playing music, the other is a "where are there now" piece.
GRAND INVINCIBLE
So as many of you know SPAZZ was influenced by the underground hip-hop scene of the late 1980s and 1990s. Apart from jamming in FUNERAL SHOCK, Dan (aka, Kungfu Dan, aka DJ EONS) has gone on to DJ and produce a few hip hop groups, the most recent being his best. They are called GRAND INVINCIBLE and their 2nd Full Length drops this month. Here are some videos so you get the idea of their style (throw back to early 90s NYC) and their spirit (DIY).
Check it out at:
GI Official
GI Gig Flyer
DIY Limited Release
BACKSLIDE 1987-1988
So before I played in PLUTOCRACY I played in this crust/grind called BACKSLIDE circa 1987 in California. This was right when DEVIATED INSTINCT and other bands were starting to release their first records and we were influenced by a whole tape trading network that existed then. Back then one listened to HELLBASTARD and RIPCORD and ANITSECT and HERESY and THE STUPIDS - there were no stupid distinctions and divisions as there are now. It was all DIY hardcore/punk, whether fast, metallic or crusty.. So anyway, John our singer put up a rehearsal tape, pictures and fliers from this band, stuff I havent seen for over 23 years. It is kinda mind blowing, and I have to warn you, it does not stand the test of time. But I thought I would share it.The "15 year old drummer" would be me.
Check it out at: BACKSLIDE LINK
Updated 10/14/09
A new batch of my personal record collection is going up on ebay for the rest of October. If you are a collector you might be interested in some of the titles. Check out the on-going post at: [ CLICK HERE ] for seller: "MOSH_OF_ARSE_625" - lots of rare records, shirts, etc~Right now there is a LOT OF JAPANESE stuff posted! Check it out!
Updated 1/16/09
I have friend out on the East Coast is also now selling my old personal record and t-shirt collection. This includes tons of Japanese HC, grind, crust, 80s hardcore, etc. This will be a steady thing as I just sent him the last remnants of my record collection, so be sure to check back regularly for new postings. CLICK HERE to check out the listings.
And don't forget, there is also LIGAMENT who has both personal collectibles and 625 titles up on eBay as well. CLICK HERE to do a search.
Updated 1/18/08
Ligament has started making some super cheap grab bags of 625 stuff on eBay, like 5 - 7"EPs for $6.99, etc. Check out that by clicking: HERE There will be more of those to come!
Updated 8/11/05
pistolswing took some photos from the second night of the Barbaric Fastcore Detonation festival, here is a link to that page. Check it out HERE
Updated 7/12/05
I keep on forgetting to mention it, but if anyone in California is looking for a reasonably priced, quick, yet good studio to record at, Craig (WHN) is running a studio called the Dutch Oven. So far bands like WHN, SCHOLASTIC DETH, HIT ME BACK, HOSTILE TAKEOVER, THIS IS MY FIRST, OUR TURN, etc have recorded there. More info at: DUTCH OVEN. Radical!
Updateded 9/2/04
So if you check out the seller LIGAMENT's list on ebay, you will notice we have started putting up various sale items up....I have done this not only due to the quanitity of titles I had at my house before the move, but also to rationalize the idea of utilizing an internet auction site in the first place. Lost story short, hopefully some of ya can grab titles that you missed early at WAY below my cost......
Update: 06/26/04
So about my record collection being sold.....so far I have passed off to my friend Jimi about 3000-4000 pieces from the collection, and I have so much more to give him which means this sale is gonna take probably 2-3 years to complete! Its fucking nuts, way too much stuff, and alot of it is painful to see go. Right now he is slowly going through the EPs, he hasnt even started posting LPs, CDs or shirts (yes, shirts as well). Also, I gave him a bunch of in print 625 titles, so for those of you who have had a hard time finding new titles at mailorders or distros, now's your chance to.
I still feel icky about doing all of this on eBay....for the people who know me, I have spent years railing against eBay, whether in lyrics (scholastic deth, etc) or just in daily conversations. I was (and am) really pissed that the process of going to used record stores/trading with people internationally was killed by a large corporate auction site. The manner in which one can increase the price on titles has now become infamous (people spending $400-$500 for KBD eps, etc), its just totally absurd. On the flip side though, I spent about two years going to shows with all these records, and although I was able to get rid of a lot of stuff (for cheap prices I might add) I didnt even make a dent in the collection. Towards the end I was burning out on bringing 1000 pieces of vinyl to Gilman street every weekend....and also perplexed that people didnt't really know some of the hard to find titles that I had for sale (no one buying titles from HHH, ASTA KASK, DON DON, etc). So with two months left before I move everything 4000 miles to NYC, I had to figure out a plan B. This is where Jimi came in to help out.
Now although he has only been posting my stuff for the past month (before that he was doing Jeff Bale's collection), the difference between prices (and what I had thought things were worth) has really blown my mind. I had a WIDE AWAKE live (not a bootleg) ep up there and it went for $3, while the first SCHOLASTIC DETH ep was bid up to $15! What the hell? People, relax, chill out.....just think....I probably have a ton of those SCHOLASTIC EPs, so just sit back and chill. The other thing that surprised me was that the first Barbaric Thrash comp went for $25......my only guess is that it's because it has Melt Banana on it or something? But again.....I had a few of those, so just relax, don't artificially drive up the prices. Right now I have asked Jimi to make a bunch of stuff "buy it now" just so people dont get all stupid and start bidding on titles that are available everywhere.
So long story short....I wish I could have gotten rid of all this without eBay, but it has so infiltrated the way people buy used punk records it appeared as the only solution. Cop out? For sure, Im the first to admit it. I can't stand the thought that these records that have been such a huge part of my life are now giving money to some crappy internet company like eBay. But my options were: sell to a huge non-punk store in SF like Amoeba records (who don't know anything about the records I have) who would have ripped me off blind, or sell it in a lot to someone, who of course would turn around and put things up individually on eBay. Infact this has already happened, people who have been at Gilman and bought my stuff at super cheap prices have turned around and posted it on eBay a week later. LAME! So long story short, this sucks. Not only am I watching my collection of 17 years dissappear, but its through a process that I detest.