Merchandising Daniel Johnston: Jeremiah the Innocent Makes Appearance on Fanny Pack
Medicom Toy has created a line of gear featuring Daniel Johnston's Jeremiah the Innocent illustration. The collection, made together with Medicom's FABRICK project, includes a backpack, fanny pack, and a zipped cellphone case. "Each is fully lined with water resistant lining in contrast orange or yellow plus details such as suede zipper pulls and aluminum belt loop." You can buy the products through SHIPS' ZOZO online store. It is unclear whether or not any proceeds are redirected towards the Johnston family.
Johnston, an Austin pop celebrity and minor international celebrity, has been writing songs, handing out tapes and churning out Groening-inspired illustrations in Texas since the early '80s. Despite his battle with bipolar disorder, Johnston's work is often hailed as nothing short of brilliant, and his long line of admirers stretches from Yo La Tengo to Mike Watt to Sonic Youth. In 2006, Jeff Feuerzeig directed The Devil & Daniel Johnston, a Sundance winner and sensitive investigation of Johnston's life. The film featured the reunion between Johnston and his long-time obsession, Laurie.
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