Alkaline Trio Introduce Their Own Nike KicksBY Ben ConoleyPublished Jun 18, 2008Chicago goth punks In addition to the shoes, which are vegetarian-friendly, the band will also be releasing a limited edition messenger bag. The bags, which will only be sold at Jacks Retail Shop in Huntington Beach, pay homage to the band members humble beginnings as bike messengers. Alkaline Trios decision to partner with Nike stands in stark contrast to Minor Threats Ian MacKaye, who decided not to allow the company to adopt his bands image for an advertising campaign, proving that the politics of punk are complicated indeed. This all comes in advance of Alkaline Trio will release Agony and Irony on July 1. Matt Skiba on the shoe MusicNewsPunkPop and RockMore Alkaline TrioMark Hoppus Has a Pornographic Suggestion for Alkaline Trio's New AlbumAlkaline Trio Draw on Matt Skiba’s Time in blink-182 to Find “Unity of Purpose”Aliens Exist: Matt Skiba Also Has Evidence of UFOsMore Alkaline Trio
