Devolution turns 23 years today, and in true DIY fashion, we’re elated to be here – still standing, still printing, still independent, and still shouting about the alternative world we love and are so deeply embedded within. In a landscape where media changes by the minute, surviving this long without losing our identity is something we’re fiercely proud of.
This magazine has always been shaped by its community. Every issue of Devolution exists because its readers care, contributors give their all, advertisers believe in independent media and labels, PRs, festivals, and the alternative scene as a whole continue to open their doors to us. Devolution has never been a one way broadcast; it’s a collaboration, a conversation, a shared love letter to the culture we all belong to.
We never take any of this for granted. Here today – gone tomorrow? But the fact that we are able to keep creating, keep pushing, and keep contributing to our very own carved out corner of the media world is something we value deeply and certainly isn’t lost on us. We’re so thankful and so grateful to continue the work that fulfils our passions, staying true to our roots, and to keep shining a light on the alternative music, fashion, art, lifestyle and culture that drives us.
Now then…did anyone remember to bring cake?
The Priestess Rises
To celebrate our 23rd birthday today, we’ve joined forces once again with the insanely talented Marcus Jones – aka Screaming Demons – to unleash our newest design: The Priestess.
Marcus has been crafting our shirts for over two decades, and this one is something special. We’re beyond thrilled with how she’s turned out.
The Priestess is now available to pre order across a range of garments in our webshop. It’s been five years since we dropped a fresh design ahead of festival season, and we can’t wait to see you repping her out in the wild this year.
Pre?order by 22 February 2026 & Shipping early March 2026
Pre orders are open for UK customers only
FIRST 20 ORDERS WILL RECEIVE A FREE PATCH!
Grab yours and celebrate 23 years with us!
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