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Kawung Jazzmaster Heavyweight Tee
Heritage

Kawung Jazzmaster Heavyweight Tee

$44.00

A 240 GSM heavyweight cotton tee honoring the birth of European rock & roll. Features a museum-grade graphic of a vintage electric guitar with a batik kawung pickguard.

Select ColourVintage Black
Select SizeUnisex Streetwear Fit
The Cultural Story
Before the British Invasion, there was Indo-Rock. In the late 1950s, Indische youngsters arriving in the Netherlands brought with them an unprecedented musical energy. Blending Hawaiian melodies, country music, and the raw rhythm of the archipelago, bands like The Tielman Brothers and The Javelins transformed quiet Dutch cities into the epicenter of European rock & roll. Their sound was characterized by heavy tape-echo, virtuosic guitar solos, and acrobatic stage performances that left audiences stunned. This design pays homage to the electric guitars that sparked a revolution, featuring a subtle batik kawung motif to represent the roots of the rhythm that shook The Hague and beyond.
Each piece is made for your order, so nothing goes to landfill. Delivered in 2–5 business days across Europe, 5–10 worldwide.
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