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02/07/2024
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Happy Birthday Debbie Harry!

Debbie Harry, the legendary frontwoman of Blondie, celebrated her 79th birthday yesterday! Born on 1st July 1945, Harry has left an indelible mark on the music industry and pop culture. From her vibrant punk rock beginnings to becoming a fashion icon, she has been a trailblazer in every sense. This post celebrates her life, career, and influential legacy. The Early Days of Debbie Harry Before stealing the spotlight with Blondie, Debbie Harry had a fascinating early life and career. Raised in Hawthorne, New Jersey, she moved to New York City... Read More

31/01/2024

Little Richard: A Man Who Changed The Music Industry

One of our latest arrivals to TShirtGrill is this new design for Little Richard – a music icon who was one of those responsible for changes not only within the music industry but the wider world itself. Born in 1932, Richard Penniman got his break in the late 40’s before becoming a massive name in the 1950’s. Scoring 16 Top 40 hits in the UK between 1956 and 1977, he was a pioneer of the Rock ‘n’ Roll genre with songs such as “Tutti Frutti”, “Good Golly Miss Molly” and... Read More

10/04/2018
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Insert Coin To Continue: Ready Player One?

Spielberg is back… and he’s delivered another classic for the big screen. Ready Player One is a film based on a 2011 novel by Ernest Cline (who also had a hand in writing for the film adaptation). It’s set in Columbus, OH in the year 2045, where the real world has become so dire that the world escapes reality by using Virtual Reality to engage with others, as well as work and play. The creator of the VR system (OASIS) is James Halliday, who recently passed away. Before he did,... Read More

19/10/2016

Go Chucky Go! Berry’s 90th Birthday

Happy Birthday to a music icon. Sometimes, that word “icon” gets thrown around way too much. It absolutely applies here 100% – a man who revolutionised Rock and Roll, and one of the main people we can thank for how music in the modern world has been shaped. From iconic tracks such as “Roll Over Beethoven” and the instantly recognisable “Johnny B. Goode”, Berry has provided many hits that not only have been covered plenty of times over the decades, but have been so instrumental in influencing all our favourite... Read More

15/07/2016
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Sniffin’ Glue: One Year Publishing, 39 Years of Iconic Status

Are we really celebrating the 40th anniversary of a magazine that lasted just one single year? Yes, yes we are, because it was still influential. Sniffin’ Glue and Other Rock ‘n’ Roll Habits…, to give it its full name, made its debut in the world on this week 40 years ago. Initially the punk music fanzine only sold about 50 copies each month, but as more got to know about it, the numbers would grow to about 15,000. As a fanzine, Sniffin’ Glue was much different to your average published content:... Read More

04/07/2016
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Oh Say Can You Tee(Shirt)?

Just own the night, like the 4th of July – it’s America’s Independence Day! As Americans enjoy their Monday off (as written by an Englishman who’s totally not bitter about being in the office…), let’s look at some of our US-themed favourites in store…   The Only Boss I Listen To – Bruce Springsteen The man Born In The USA, and the man behind many a Presidential candidates’ poor choice of theme song. While the chorus may be come across as full of patriotic pride, the verses are telling the... Read More

01/07/2016
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New design perfect for Steve Irwin fans

“Crocodiles are easy. They try to kill and eat you. People are harder. Sometimes they pretend to be your friend first.” – Steve Irwin Courtesy of our friends at AnimalsYeahYeah, our latest design in store is perfect for any fans of the legendary Steve Irwin – a man who gave us some of the greatest insights in to the animal kingdom until his untimely passing in 2006. This white t-shirt is available in a mens t-shirt and womens slim fit – you can find it by clicking here. Ashley Redman Crickey... Read More

23/06/2016
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Spin Cycle: On Your Bike for The Tour de France 2016!

If France already wasn’t busy enough with sports this year (Hello football…), next week sees the beginning of the Tour de France! These athletes have trained for ages and ages ready for this, with one thing in mind: Eat, Sleep, Cycle, Repeat. If you’re of the same mentality, then we’ve got something perfect for you! This design is great for anyone who believes in peddle power – and there’s a style to flaunt off at any time of the year when you’re cycling around: T-Shirt, Slim Fit, and a hoodie... Read More

09/06/2016
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Summer’s Necessities: Festival Essentials Returns!

With the great weather and Summer here, it can only mean one thing – time for festivals! Pump up your summer with the sounds of great music from thousands of artists who’ll be taking to the stage across the UK (and the world!) over the next few months – and do it with a range of great hats, bags & more from Festival Essentials for your perfect experience! Here’s the list of the main festivals to look out for in the UK this summer: Isle of Wight Festival (Today) Download Festival... Read More

31/05/2016

Happy Birthday John Bonham – On His 68th

Today marks what would’ve been John Bonham‘s 68th birthday. Considered one of the greatest drummers in the rock industry, his fast paced and powerful drumming served to create the iconic sound we all know and love from Led Zeppelin, but Bonham never actually had any professional drumming lessons. Instead, he learned by himself with tips and help from other drummers from his local Redditch region. During his school years, John’s headmaster from his secondary school wrote in his report that he would either “become a dustman or a millionaire”. Good... Read More