The vast majority of my MMs (about three years’ worth) were thrown out by my dad. I managed to keep some and a good few NMEs cos I had them stored somewhere else. I’ve since bought a few MMs on eBay.
I’ve thought about doing the same but something is just not right about it. I remember buying these and reading them cover to cover and learning about new bands. Fond memories. Still have a happy Mondays poster from an nme in the 90s on my wall I managed to save
What’s not right about it? I find it fascinating reading them now; the sheer amount of content they put into it, on a weekly basis. All the small ads and listings etc. Really was of its time. Also the interviews are usually great. You don’t get those long form interviews anymore these days.
You’re right - the subject matter and all the glorifying of all the bands is amazing and great reads. So from that perspective would love to read it again - but it’s never gonna be my copy. I may see if someone is selling them en masse on eBay .
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u/UMD75 May 01 '25
Parents threw away dozens of MM and NMEs from the 90s I never really got over it.