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08/08/2026

Hear Ted from Terrapin Stationers explain how the new Jerry Garcia art book came to be. Watch the full story on our site and shop the pre-order now.

08/03/2026

Retroactv is honored to help bring Jerry Garcia’s art to a new generation. Explore his newly reprinted art book and dozens of officially licensed works on our site.

Read the full announcement below.

As the Days Between period honoring Jerry Garcia continues, Jerry Garcia Music Arts has partnered with Ted Harrington and his company, Terrapin

08/02/2026

First published in 1992 and unavailable for decades, this beloved book has now been reprinted with care by Terrapin Stationers in Connecticut. Inside are pencil sketches, pen-and-ink drawings, and watercolor paintings that reveal Jerry’s imagination, humor, curiosity, and unmistakable artistic voice.
Beautifully reproduced in full color, this 96-page collection is a wondertul introduction to Jerry Garcia’s visual art and a meaningful addition to any fan’s library.
Details:
• Officially-licensed by Jerry Garcia Music Arts
• 96 pages
• Printed in full color
• Reprinted in Connecticut by Terrapin
Stationers
• PRE-ORDER. Will ship September 20th, 2026

08/01/2026

We’re celebrating Jerry Day with new merch! A book of art out of print for decades and a set of 7 postcards made from JGB recording session materials. Officially licensed, printed in Connecticut by Terrapin Stationers, zero plastic in honor of Jerry’s love of the ocean. Only at Retroactv.com

07/28/2026

From Big Steve Parish, this SIGNED Wall of Sound poster features an original sketch from his archives.
Available now at Retroactv.com
• Hand signed by Big Steve Parish
• Poster size is 24” x 18” with white border
• Ready for framing

07/21/2026

Sandy Skeeter, owner of Sound City Studios, shares the true story of the Sound City Neve board. See Sandy’s entire interview and the officially-licensed Sound City merch collection at Retroactv.com

07/19/2026

This rare portrait of blues icon John Lee Ho**er, taken in New York City in 1969, was captured using Aero Infrared film — a technique that gives the image its deep, dreamlike tones and surreal color contrasts. Shot by Elliott Landy, the photograph presents Ho**er in a moment of stillness and intensity, surrounded by an otherworldly palette that turns the familiar into something haunting and unforgettable.

Known for his deep voice and hypnotic rhythm, Ho**er appears both grounded and mythic in this portrait. The unusual film stock adds emotional weight to the scene, transforming a simple composition into something almost spiritual. This is not just a photograph of a bluesman. It is a visual echo of his sound.

Artist: Elliott Landy
Medium: Printed on 100% Cotton Rag Paper using archival inks.
Signed: Hand-signed by Elliott Landy
Style: Music Photography / Cultural Documentary
Available at Retroactv.com

07/15/2026

“In days of old when roadies were bold, people had to be told… The Situation is the Boss!” - See the new Big Steve Parish collection on our site.

07/11/2026

Celebrate the raw energy and legacy of one of rock’s most iconic recording studios with the officially-licensed Sound City Master Reel Tee — a wearable tribute to the analog soul of music history.

Design Story
This vintage-washed charcoal tee captures the tactile spirit of Sound City’s golden era. On the back, a meticulously printed Sound City master reel box pays homage to the countless legendary recordings tracked through the studio’s Neve console. On the front, the Sound City logo sits on the left chest pocket area — understated, authentic, and unmistakably classic.

A Piece of the Vault
Every detail on this shirt originates from actual archival materials pulled from Sound City’s vault — the same boxes that once housed master recordings from your favorite classic rock bands. What was once locked in a studio shelf now lives on in a form you can wear, a tangible connection between music’s past and present.

Sound City: The Legend
Founded in 1969 in Van Nuys, California, Sound City Studios became a creative sanctuary for musicians chasing authenticity. Known for its world-famous Neve 8028 console and its warm, analog sound, the studio captured the grit and heart of rock and roll like no other.

If you’re looking for a thick, structured tee that’s also super soft and breathable—look no further!

07/10/2026

Big Steve’s “The Situation is the Boss” merch. Only at Retroactv.com