I couldn’t do this series without interviewing fellow photographer and ALYK sponsor, the one and only Chris Victor - the founder and editor of Bored Magazine! He’s also the vocalist and lead for the outlaw hardcore band from the Lone Star state, Texas, True Grit.
In conversation with Chris, we discussed the DFW hardcore scene, professionalism vs. mental health, and how he celebrates Black mental health as a father.
HAYRF has teamed up with Act Like You Know Vol.1 - an annual hardcore punk festival happening in Tulsa this November. Over the past month, we’ve been working on a series of episodes that will feature all the Black performers on the 2022 lineup. The interviews will explore the relationship between Black hardcore musicians and mental health.
HAYRF is also participating in a three-way coverage collaboration and co-sponsoring the fest with For The Punks - an online publication and resource for fans and creators to connect, learn, and grow together. Stay up to date with FTP on social media before, during, and after the festival for featured posts, interviews, and more!
All ALYK proceeds will be donated to Oklahomans for Equality - Oklahoma’s resource for LGBTQ+ persons and their families. OFE seeks equal rights for LGBTQ+ individuals and families through intersectional advocacy, education, programs, alliances, and the operation of the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.
Single day Act Like You Know Fest passes are now available at actlikeyouknowfest.com! There’s a handful of weekend passes left as well. If you have bought or plan to buy a weekend pass, enter the promo code ALYK918 at checkout to receive discounted after show tickets. After show tickets are limited and will sell out!
If you’ve already purchased an after show ticket at full price, email okhcbooking@gmail.com and they will refund the difference. The day-to-day lineups are available on ALYK’s Instagram @actlikeyouknowfest and Twitter @ALYKFest. Proceeds from the ALYK after shows will benefit the Terry Williams Memorial College Fund.
