The iconic black band T-shirt is a defining symbol of the metal genre subculture. Among the diverse backgrounds of metalheads, spanning gender, race, religion, profession, and more, the T-shirt remains the most prominent unifying thread. Before gigs, the band T-shirt often sparks conversations among metalheads. This project aims to capture the varied personalities of metalheads, each wearing their cherished T-shirt, through the lens of a camera. It serves as both an homage and a celebration of the black band T-shirt, a shared symbol that unites us amidst the incredible diversity we represent.

 

​Clicking on each photo lets you hear from the person in their own words, sharing what the genre, the band, or their T-shirt means to them.

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For more photos, check out the dedicated Instagram account @myblackheavymetaltshirt