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New Breed Documentary 1989

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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 It's unheard of for a feature film to focus on an outdated analog format like a cassette compilation but it is through the eyes of these individuals that a spotlight is shined onto those tumultuous times & what is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.

Directed byJohn Woods

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 9m
Language
EN
Released
March 30, 2016
Studios
Wardance Production

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The New Breed Documentary (NYHC 1989)

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New Breed Tape Compilation 2016 Official Documentary Trailer

New Breed Tape Compilation 2016 Official Documentary Trailer

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10 credited
Starring

Djinji Brown

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James Damon

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Kevin Egan

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Andy Guida

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Astoria Lou

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Chaka Malik

Himself

Adam Nathanson

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Carl Porcaro

Himself

Michael Scondotto

Himself

Joe Songco

Himself

Creative team
Directed by
John Woods
Produced by
Freddy Alva

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