Richard Colligan (Owner/Founder) of Metropolis Vintage and the East Coast Connection (@freshkillsvintage/@futurepastnyc) come together to bring to you the Mosquitohead interview live from Metropolis Vintage in New York City. They are joined by special guests Robert Brandt (founder of Mosquitohead) and Richard Allen (original Mosquitohead employee.)

Throughout the interview founder Robert Brandt gives the history behind Mosquitohead, from its conception, its success, and gives insight behind the journey of Mosquitohead. Along with Richard Allen they also discuss the design process and what went into the curation of some of the incredible pieces released by the brand.

To give a brief overview, Mosquitohead was a clothing brand established in 1986 in Los Angeles by Robert Brandt and his business partner Paul. At the time Robert and Paul noticed a huge gap in the market for rock merchandise and counter culture shirts. They noticed a lack of design concept and in the words of founder Robert Brandt  “No culture behind what was being made.” This led to the very beginnings of Mosquitohead. The brand is best known for their counter culture aesthetic, and incredible design with their all over bleach prints. Today they are some of the most, if not the most sought after collectable t-shirts in the vintage community. They were one of the first collectible t-shirts to break the $1,000 barrier and till this day there is an allure and mystery behind these t-shirts. Watch this amazing interview to get an in-depth look behind the story of the “Legend of Mosquitohead.”

“T-shirts don’t just come from the air. Behind every great t-shirt is a person/ideas/company/ and designers. The reason Mosquitohead lasted the test of time because it was great art.” 

-Richard Colligan

The Mosquitohead Interview hosted by Richard Colligan and East Coast Connection. Featuring special guests Robert Brandt and Richard Allen.

Some of the Mosquitohead all over bleach print designs

Bob Marley Mosquitohead. One of the most iconic Mosquitohead t-shirts and the shirt that helped take Mosquitohead into commercial success.

Behind the scenes of the Mosquitohead interview

The post Mosquitohead Interview first appeared on METROPOLIS VINTAGE N.Y.C..]]> 13952 https://metropolisvintageonline.net/new-selection-of-vintage-varsity-jackets-in-stock/.?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-selection-of-vintage-varsity-jackets-in-stock Mon, 28 Aug 2017 00:00:59 +0000 https://metropolisvintageonline.com/?p=8727 VINTAGE VARSITY JACKETS are a cool, casual look for retro fans of any age!  Once reserved for the star athlete, they now appear on everyone from models to Michael Jackson. They work well for a great ’80s look, as you … Continue reading →

VINTAGE VARSITY JACKETS are a cool, casual look for retro fans of any age!  Once reserved for the star athlete, they now appear on everyone from models to Michael Jackson. They work well for a great ’80s look, as you might remember flicks like Revenge Of The Nerds and Teen Wolf. We may even have your school if you’re lucky.  Either way, come down to METROPOLIS VINTAGE and find a Varsity or Letterman Jacket that suits you!

 

The post Go BACK TO SCHOOL with METROPOLIS Vintage VARSITY JACKETS first appeared on METROPOLIS VINTAGE N.Y.C..]]> 8727 https://metropolisvintageonline.net/metropolis-vintage-where-past-meets-present-future/.?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=metropolis-vintage-where-past-meets-present-future Thu, 28 Jul 2016 20:27:36 +0000 https://metropolisvintageonline.com/?p=11402 Metropolis Vintage is your go-to source for all things of the past that resonate with today’s cutting-edge culture.  Constantly and consistently, we are out there on the road, mining for exactly the right pieces for our store’s collection.  Recent fashion … Continue reading →

The post METROPOLIS VINTAGE – Where Past Meets Present & Future first appeared on METROPOLIS VINTAGE N.Y.C..]]> Metropolis Vintage is your go-to source for all things of the past that resonate with today’s cutting-edge culture.  Constantly and consistently, we are out there on the road, mining for exactly the right pieces for our store’s collection.  Recent fashion sensations such as  Fear Of God have built an empire upon recycling and re-branding vintage tees and classic vintage items.  Come visit us at Metropolis Vintage as an authentic, affordable alternative.  We’ve been in the business for 34 years and it shows.

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The time has come and yes sir the 90’s are here to stay. One of the lasting styles of the 90’s is men’s shirts when style rules were not obeyed. And what did we get in that ten year period of flux? We stop on by and take a look at metropolis’s awsome collection of men’s 1990’s shirts.

(Note: Gallery photos represent a cross section of the styles we have available.  Not all of the shirts pictured are in stock!)

Check out what awesome new clothes she chose~

Timmy’s Organism has canceled and will NOT be performing

Filling will be The Othermen

Metropolis Fest 2

Check out our FACEBOOK invite

Brooklyn Fireproof Bushwick, Brooklyn, 8pm -??? $10.00

Hosted by Andy ‘Animal’ of The Stalkers

DJ Mick Collins of The Dirtbombs, Gories

DJ Chris Millstein of Silver Summit, Mondo Kims

NoBunny

From Sneaky Pinks

White Mystery

From Chicago

Timmy’s Organism

Timmy;s Organism has canceled and will be performing

Peace Killers

Jesse from Foster Care,Ex Humans

Johnny ILL Band

Chris from Terrible Twos

The Psyched

Anthony from Tunnel of Love

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Full lineup info and times

May 20th, 8pm

Don Pedros

FREE FREE FREE good god almighty the show is FREE

The Waldos

Marvin Berry & the New Sound

The Amputees

Cheesequake

Fuck School

DJ Eric Davidson from The New Bomb Turks

DJ Sarah Brough form Harrisburg,Pa

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Nobunny May 21th

Jesse Malin been around The East village for a long time and I think he knows a bit about Vintage, so it was a great honor that he included us in his guide to the East Village and it is not to bad to be mentioned in the same sentence as ROBERT DENIRO. THANKS JESSE

Hey all you vintage lovers & Metropolis Fans,

We’ve decided to keep the momentum going and continue our 30% OFF SALE through the entire weekend! So now through Sunday night our doors will be open for all you holiday shoppers… Happy shopping from Metropolis! Come in and see our two levels of the best vintage collection in NYC!

30% OFF THE ENTIRE STORE ‘TIL SUNDAY @ 10PM!