He brought the idea of selling CDs and band-themed T-shirts, programs and books back home--along with his huge collection of CDs by bands such as Anthrax, the DeadKennedys and the Melvins.
The letter is signed by a host of high profile artists from across the musical spectrum: Katie Perry, Sheryl Crow, Rihanna, Pink Floyd, Blondie, Bill Joel, Amy Grant, Megadeth, CeeLo Green, Ted Nugent and the DeadKennedys.
Trawl neighbourhood boutiques for Godfather-worthy fedoras at Goorin Brothers, rockabilly jackets and lindy-hopping skirts at Al's Custom Originals, and original pressings of perennial local favorites Tom Waits, Dave Brubeck and DeadKennedys at 101 Music (141 Grant Ave).