Iconic photographer Jim Saah has given unprecedented access to his archives, as part of a joint venture with Byron Bay label Thrills.
The pair have collaborated on a collection dedicated to the punk and hardcore scene of the early 80s.
Comprised of eight t-shirts, the capsule features a number of Saah’s most notorious imagery of bands such as Black Flag, Minor Threat, Minute Men and The Cramps.
Steeped in Washington D.C.’s punk and hardcore scene of the 1980s, Saah’s work documents key moments in music history.
“When I saw the early wave of hardcore bands in DC recording their own records, making their own art, and distributing their own records, I was inspired by their DIY attitude and it’s what gave me the license to follow my dreams,” he said.
Thrills menswear designer Steve Fontes said the collaboration is his most exciting to date as the era has become a pivotal part of the brand's identity.
“Our collaboration with Jim was born from mutual respect and admiration for the punk bands who have paved the way for present-day music,” he said.
“Jim’s passion for photography and punk rock music resulted in some of the most iconic imagery of the bands and personalities that shaped one of the most influential movements in music history.
“It’s such an honour for us to showcase them and give them back to those who share our passion for the scene.”
The collaboration will be available for purchase online at www.thrills.co from the 16th July.