Never mind the year of the rat, it's the year of Stigma!

[I Scream Record]

Never mind the year of the rat!!! 2009 is the year of the Godfather of New York Hardcore, Vinnie Stigma. With New York Blood running through his veins, he’s available to tell you stories of a New York you’ve only heard of.
Steamy clubs and seedy streets: Stigma’s ready to let it pour.

Here’s a little history…

- "New York Blood", Stigma’s debut solo record, releases February 3rd, 2009 in the US.

- Fearless Films’ gritty mob flick “New York Blood” starring Stigma, released January 6th.

- 2009 is the 20th anniversary of Madball, the legendary NYHC band started with Stigma on guitar.

- 2009 is the 25th anniversary of the release of hardcore discography staple, "Victim In Pain" by his band, Agnostic Front.

- 2009 is the 15th anniversary of I Scream Records, Stigma’s label of choice for European and American releases of his solo album.

- NYHC Tattoos, Vinnie’s tattoo shop in the LES, where he grew up, celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2009.

For more info go to: www.myspace.com/vinnystigma

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