Bazillion Points

Guitar Barbarians, Mutant Bimbos & Cult Zombies Amok in the 666 Most Ear- and Eye-Ripping Big-Scream Films Ever!

“The definitive story of the scene and what we managed to make of it here in the Bay Area.”—Kirk Hammett, Metallica

“The most informed and comprehensive document on death metal”—Terrorizer “The most accurate, compelling, and insightful history of extreme music”—Jeff Walker, Carcass

Coming September 2017 from the author of NYHC: New York Hardcore, 1980–1990 ISBN 978-1-935950-24-0

“A great oral-history book.”—The New York Times

“Finally, the true story of Swedish death metal! This book brought me back to the good old days”—Tomas Lindberg, At the Gates

“Essential reading for those who have never felt the blow of intolerance, and for those who have felt it far too often…its themes are universal”—PopMatters

“This is a story about living without a safety net—and getting away with it.”

“Heartfelt and open…a genuine asset to the understanding and appreciation of…what was sacrificed in the name of music that has since become classic.”—Terrorizer [10/10 review]

“A sometimes furious, always passionate relic of a rich period in American underground culture.”—NME

The limited to 500 boxed zine replica set produced by Presspop Japan.

From barrooms to the big time, the first insider account of the classic Bon Scott years of AC/DC.

Distributed title from Handshake Inc. “Distinctly great…Hofer paints a simple picture of man who loved metal seemingly above everything else.”—The Onion A/V Club

“The book is amazing, and so perfectly representative of that time. I swear, looking through those pictures brought me right back to being in a cold, damp van with a bunch of smelly musicians, having the time of our lives!”—Dave Grohl

“Vital to understanding the birth of American punk rock…an essential addition to the history of a movement”—Los Angeles Times

“Fans of prog metal would be wise to learn more about Mean Deviation“—Guitar World

“If you're interested in the history of electronic musical instruments, Mellodrama is not to be missed.”—Electronic Musician

“A rare and often hilarious glimpse into the life and (mostly) good times of one of the great glam heroes.”—Classic Rock

“A multifaceted account of the sensational sleaze of the ’60s and beyond”—Fangoria

“Eligiendo muerte es una revelación, no importa cuánto pienses que sabes”.—Terrorizer

“The first book to chart the vector of not just metal’s origins, but the myriad mutations through which it continues to infect the planet. Your children will not be spared.”—LA Weekly, Best of 2003

“The best metal book of 2011, possibly ever.”—MSN.com

“As a hardcore punk primer you couldn't do better.”—Time Out Chicago

“Few people can lay claim to starting a rock ‘n’ roll revolution, but Sub Pop Records founder Bruce Pavitt can do just that.”—Paper Mag

Crucial combo of four essential documents from the birth of hardcore punk rebellion, DIY music, and total social chaos