Rock out with our tribute to Wild Cherry, the Ohio funk-rock band that gave the world one of the most infectious grooves of the 1970s. Founded by Rob Parissi in Steubenville, Ohio, Wild Cherry started as a hard rock band before reinventing themselves with their legendary 1976 hit "Play That Funky Music" - a #1 smash that sold over 2.5 million copies and earned them Billboard's #1 Pop Single of the Year.
Despite their massive breakthrough and the success of their self-titled debut album in 1976, Wild Cherry's story is a classic tale of the challenges of following up a monster hit. While the band would release three more albums and continue touring, they never managed to replicate the explosive success of their signature song, eventually disbanding in 1979. Nevertheless, their contribution to funk-rock history remains indelible, with "Play That Funky Music" continuing to ignite dance floors decades later.
Our vintage-inspired design features a deliberately aged, distressed finish that captures the gritty spirit of mid-70s rock and funk fusion. Printed on a premium Gildan 5000 heavy cotton tee, this shirt delivers both comfort and durability with its 5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk cotton construction.
Features:
- Classic unisex fit
- Available in sizes S-5XL
- Multiple color options
- Direct-to-garment printing for vibrant, long-lasting results
- Tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Single-sided print (front only)
Perfect for funk and rock enthusiasts, Ohio music lovers, or anyone who's ever wanted to "play that funky music right." Each shirt is custom printed using state-of-the-art DTG technology, ensuring crisp, detailed reproduction of this memorable piece of music history.