Sonic Sewer is a new project from writer and underground comic artist Robin Bougie that follows 25 years of publishing his celebrated cult movie magazine Cinema Sewer.
A heady confection of gonzo writing, illustration and comics about the most bizarre, groovy, sexy, awkward, genre-defying and thought-provoking music in modern recording history, Sonic Sewer joyously and shamelessly celebrates the coolest aspects of the vinyl format and the various types of music recorded onto it. From bargain bin trash to holy grail rarities, Bougie exploits all his connections within the pop culture lexicon to delve deep into the audiophile septic system, dredging eyebrow-raising stories and rarely seen trivia in the distinctive and highly personal manner that has made him infamous for decades amongst a loyal following of fans.
Sonic Sewer brings together almost 200 pages of never-before seen essays, reviews, rants, interviews and lists in a highly-readable volume, generously garnished with illustrations by Bougie and some of his talented friends from the comic book and animation industries. Whether you're just getting into the intriguing world of vinyl or experienced crate digger, you'll find plenty to get excited about in the Sonic Sewer.
Fab Press, 192pp, 24cm x 17cm, illustrated paperback, 2025