I’ve been wanting to add some stuff from Ted Leo and the Pharmacists to my collection for a while now. So, I started to hunt around for some of their merchandise. I really wanted to get my hands on some vinyl and a cool tour shirt.
First Try
First, I went to check out iTunes and Amazon Music. Found their new album, “The Hanged Man,” there. But I am an old-school guy, and really wanted vinyl or CD. They said info about that is “coming soon.” So, I decided to wait a little bit for that.
Looking for Vintage
Next, I thought, why not look for some vintage stuff? I found this “Shake the Sheets” tour shirt from around 2004. It was a size medium and looked to be in great shape – no stains, holes, or tears. This was tempting, gotta say. It brought back memories of their live shows, which are always an absolute blast.
Vinyl Hunt
Then, I moved on to looking for vinyl. I found a site that had a collection of their vinyl records. Seemed pretty legit, and they had some exclusive stuff. But again, I wanted to see what official stuff might pop up since they mentioned new vinyl for “The Hanged Man.”
Official Store
I stumbled upon the official store through some forum. It had a bunch of products. I signed up to follow their updates, thinking this might be the best place to catch new releases or restocks.
About the Band
While doing all this, I read up a bit more about the band. They started back in 1999 in Washington. I’ve always admired their energy and how they mix different styles in their music. It’s kind of cool to find a band that has been around for so long and still making music that hits hard.
More Vinyl
I also checked out “The Brutalist Bricks” album. I remembered this one from back in the day. Found it on a few sites, but again, with the new album coming, I figured it might be smart to hold off a bit. Might be a chance to snag a deal or find something special when they release the new stuff.
Final Thoughts
So, right now, I’m kind of in a waiting game. I’ve got my eyes on a few things, especially that vintage tour shirt and some of their older albums on vinyl. But I’m also super pumped to see what they drop with “The Hanged Man.” Gonna keep an eye on the official store and maybe, just maybe, I’ll grab something soon. It’s always a good feeling to support bands you love, plus, having some cool merch is always a bonus.
That’s my little adventure for today. No big moves yet, but I’m all set to jump on some Ted Leo and the Pharmacists gear when the time is right. It is not just about the merch, though. It is about the music, the memories, and yeah, a little bit of that collector’s thrill, too.
