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With "Oi! The Black Book 3", Freddy Alva, a longtime figure in New York's underground culture and the man behind URBAN STYLES NYC, delivers the third and final issue of his fanzine dedicated to Oi! and skinhead history and culture. Released as a European edition by DISAGREE PRODUCTIONS, this 56-page publication combines colour and black-and-white material to explore a scene whose history goes far beyond records and live shows.
Inside, you'll find an oral history of New York's RASH (Red Anarchist Skinheads), a feature on Brazil's Bovvers Crew, and an exploration of Puerto Rican Oi! and skinhead history. There's also a photo gallery from Authentic Productions NYC, an interview with PUSS-N-BOOTS, and classic Oi! record sleeves reimagined by graffiti and visual artists. It's a fascinating combination of music, history, photography and street culture, documenting the people and communities behind the scene.
This final issue also includes an exclusive flexi EP by Montréal Oi! band BÉTON ARMÉ, plus a KNOWN CROOKS sticker. Limited to just 200 copies for the European edition, it's a great addition to any collection of underground music publications. Essential reading for anyone interested in the history, creativity and culture surrounding Oi! and the skinhead scene!