New Breed Documentary 1989 (2016)

New Breed Documentary 1989 (2016)

2016-03-30 United States of America 69 Min. PG-13
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Overview

The New Breed Documentary chronicles a cassette compilation put out by Freddy Alva & Chaka Malik in 1989. New York Hardcore was undergoing a transition at the end of the 80's & this generational shift was exemplified by the bands that were featured on the compilation.The story of the tape is at heart the story of NYC & kids that grew up in it's five boroughs as well as related outposts in Long Island/Yonkers. A unique set of social/economic circumstances during the 70's & 80's forged the individuals that went on to make up the New York Hardcore scene. This full length documentary profiles band members/fanzine editors/record label heads & fans that made up this vibrant scene with narration by NYHC book author Tony Rettman. It's unheard of for a feature film to focus on an outdated analog format like a cassette compilation but it is through the eyes of these individuals that a spotlight is shined onto those tumultuous times & what is ultimately a tribute to a bygone era.

Cast

Djinji Brown is Himself
James Damon is Himself
Kevin Egan is Himself
Himself
Andy Guida is Himself
Himself
Astoria Lou is Himself
Chaka Malik is Himself
Carl Porcaro is Himself
Joe Songco is Himself
Himself
Dave Stein is Himself
Himself