-SEVEN INCHES TO FREEDOM is a fanzine that is all about records, and all things DIY HC/punk. Each issue has discussions about shit going down in HC/punk, personal stories about how HC/punk affects them, and a ton of info about bands/records/labels/whatever. With the recent influx of Hot Topic and major label interest, much like any other trend, kids seem to come and go quickly. I think this is because they only get shown a handful of watered down, cookie-cutter bands that don't offer any real rebellion, so they are quick to move onto something else to help them express (or supress) their anger. When seeing these consumer-safe bands they also don't learn much about the history of the formative bands that "started" this shit. I think that knowledge and history are going to keep the ethics of DIY HC/punk alive, FOR-FUCKING-EVER.




SEVEN INCHES TO FREEDOM #6
40 pages $1ppd./or trade($2ppd. outside of the US)
Hummidity seeps in. Finally, a year after #5, comes the "Mostly Florida Issue." This one has a great PALATKA history written by a Mark R., of the band, a big story about the first SCROTUM GRINDER 7" written by Bob Suren and a band history written by SG drummer, Brian, a huge discography of DIY lables in Florida, and a story on some classic Florida records by Nevin. There's also features on the Best Records of 2007, how to re-use old LP jackets plus all the regular features like, "My First Record" Stories, Columns, Reviews and more DIY HC/punk enthusiasm! This is the biggest issue yet, and, in my opinion, the best.

SEVEN INCHES TO FREEDOM #5
26 pages SOLD OUT
Positively Annihilate! Oh yeah! This one's got HELLNATION's "Your Chaos Days Are Numbered" pegged as the "Best Record Ever", along with a "Best Record Ever" Poll, so cast your votes! There's a "Gone But Not Forgotten" story/discography on M BLANKET, an interview with St. Louis' CIVIC PROGRESS, "Adventures In Record Collecting Part II: A Punk's Guide To The Dollar Bin", A story of Diego's trip to Mexico and the punk (or lack of) Adventures he had, 2 "My First Record Stories", and of course some apeshit reviews, columns and more!

SEVEN INCHES TO FREEDOM #4
36 pages SOLD OUT
Issue 4 is out! This one looks killer and I think has the best content yet. In this one there is a history/HUGE discography story on the mighty ENEMY SOIL, Tips of DIY touring, A feature on some of the worst records i've ever bought...and some tips that will hopefully save you from making the same mistakes i did. There are 3 "My First Record" Stories, a write up on the NO SECURITY/DOOM split for the Best Record Ever!?! contender, Reviews, Columns & I asked a group of punks about their Top 5 NON-PUNK records! That plus some stuff I know i'm forgetting. The cover to this was done by Sean Fitzgerald of Protest Zine (inlcude link) plus some awesome art from Kris Garcia inside! All of this and suprisingly, NOT THAT MANY TYPO'S!!!

SEVEN INCHES TO FREEDOM #3
28 pages SOLD OUT
Just in time for tour!!! This issue has the best 'Gone But Not Forgotten' section yet. It has a huge history and interview with EBOLA. The 'Best Record Ever' is CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE's In A Few Hours Of Madness 7". This issue also features 3 'My First Record' Stories, and discussion about the do's and don'ts of DIY promotion with contributions from Bob Suren, Max Ward, Ryan Cappelletti & Ben Parker as well as an some awesome tips on starting your own label/distro written by Nevin. All of that plus the regular reviews and assorted goozin' over records.



SEVEN INCHES TO FREEDOM #2
36 pages SOLD OUT
This is a thick-ass issue that is way better than the first one. Issue #2 features BLEEDING RECTUM as the chosen 'Gone But Not Forgotten' band, REMAINS OF THE DAY's 1st LP as the 'Best Record Ever' canadate and has a DIS-cussion about the internet in HC/punk...namely, Myspace. It has a killer Irish Punk History and features on The Most Influencial/Best Comps out there, Some tips on putting on a good DIY show, a feature on some not-boring youthcrew bands, and a story called, "Born Too Late," which gives a history of HC/punk in Naples, Florida. Plus the regular goodies: 2 'My First Record Stories', reviews and more.



SEVEN INCHES TO FREEDOM #1
24 pages SOLD OUT
Issue #1, GO! Hell yeah! This introductory issue features LUZIFER'S MOB as the 'Gone But Not Forgotten' band, THE PIST's Ideas Are Bulletproof LP as the 'Best Record Ever' pick and 3 killer 'My First Record Stories.' Also included are some contact info for awesome labels/zine/distros, instructions how to make transfer patches and reviews.


Every issue needs contributions! If you contribute something you will recieve credit in the zine and some copies for you and friends. Please read on for more info:

-ART WORK- Can you draw? Well, i can't, please help. This is a zine based around HC/punk, but the art doesn't have to be limited to that.
-'MY FIRST RECORD STORIES'- Everyone has one. Remember that one record that changed your life and showed you the beauty of DIY HC/punk? WRITE A STORY ABOUT IT!!! and please include a picture of yourself with that oh-so-special record. (I know this is kind of in the eye of the beholder, and i know we all have to start somewhere, but please no major label, mall punk bullshit.)
-IDEAS!- If you have an idea for something you think would fit, please get in touch.
-DISTRIBUTION- i always need help distributing this zine. SITF is free in person and only costs postage to get a bunch of zines. Rates are as followed: $3.50 for 5 copies//$5 for 10 copies inside the US. If you'd like more copies or live outside the US, please get in touch for rates.



For any reason, please get in touch:

SITF/Joe Lachut
PO BOX 457
Ft. Myers, Fl 33902-0457
hiszeroisgone@yahoo.com