Episode 167 - Chris Wrenn (Bridge Nine Records)

The Hardcore Archive Podcast

On Episode 167 Greg and Josh are joined by Chris Wrenn from Bridge Nine Records.

Chris discusses the early years of the record label in the mid-90s, the origins of Edge Day and the last Ten Yard Fight show, and how proceeds from the sales of the infamous "Yankees Suck" t-shirts financed some of the early 2000s most significant hardcore albums and provided a foundation for his successful Boston sports paraphernalia company, Sully's Brand. Chris announces a forthcoming book about his experiences running the label and associated businesses.

We hear background stories about some of our favorite @⁠BridgeNine⁠ albums and bands including @⁠NoWarning⁠, Carry On, and @⁠WeAreAmericanNightmare⁠, how Ben Affleck came into possession of the Bridge Nine and @⁠DefeaterHC ⁠shits, and reflections and musings on the once important and unavoidable role message boards played in perpetuating hardcore culture.

Chris updates us on his recent activities with Sully's Brand, the record label and the (relatively) recent addition of the Bridge Nine record store and warehouse. We round out the episode with some highlights on Bridge Nine - Rochester, NY connections through @⁠PolarBearClub⁠ and @⁠SoulControlPVD⁠.

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