Bridge Nine Records Announce 40th Anniversary Vinyl Reissue For DYS’s “Brotherhood” Album

Originally released in 1983 as the fourth title on Boston’s iconic X-CLAIM! record label, seminal hardcore band DYS is celebrating 40 years of Brotherhood with a special edition of their classic LP through Bridge Nine Records. This limited edition colored vinyl anniversary pressing compiles both sides of the album as well as a bonus song, Wolfpack, onto a single-sided album with a screen-printed B-side. The 40th anniversary pressing of Brotherhood is now available for pre-order and will be available in select stores on January 12th.

A part of the original Boston Crew, alongside Society System Decontrol and Negative FX, DYS and their Brotherhood album influenced generations of straight edge hardcore punk bands and the youth crew movement. Earlier this year, DYS announced a series of 40th anniversary shows to acknowledge this milestone. Those were unfortunately canceled due to vocalist Dave Smalley‘s struggles with a serious medical issue. Those issues are unfortunately ongoing and have resulted in significant medical expenses. For that reason, proceeds from this special edition are being donated to Dave Smalley’s Medical Fund.