Why Fearo-153 Never Stopped: 40 Years of Graffiti History
Whachuwrite Podcast
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In this episode of the Whachuwrite Podcast, we sit down with a true architect of the scene: Fearo-153.
Starting his journey in the early 80s in Bellflower, CA, Fearo has witnessed the evolution of graffiti from its rawest roots to the global culture it is today. We dive deep into his 40-year history, exploring his origins, the unique energy of the early L.A. graffiti scene, and—most importantly—the mindset required to stay active for four decades.
Whether you’re a historian of the craft or a new writer looking for inspiration, Fearo’s story is a masterclass in dedication and the "Graffiti is Life" philosophy.
00:00 – Intro: Meet Fearo-153 & The Early 80s Influence
01:30 – 1983: Discovering Breaking & NYC Subway Art
05:25 – First Tags & The "Electric Gladiator" Era
09:50 – 1984: Learning the Basics & Meeting New Writers
11:40 – The Impact of the "Subway Art" Book
15:00 – Early Yards: The NASA Wall & Dark Shadows
17:15 – Starting the Chaos Zone & Meeting Dove
20:20 – The Birth of DCV (1988)
25:20 – The Battle for Huntington Beach Walls
31:30 – 1992: Taking the Style to the Freight Trains
35:30 – The Haunted Yard: The "Chicken Legs" Ghost Story
44:00 – Joining UTI & The BLA Connection
46:45 – The Meaning Behind "153"
50:10 – The "Pineapple Express" Movie Accident
54:15 – Cosmic 4: The Transition into Hip-Hop & Rapping
59:50 – Building the Scene at Coos Cafe
1:03:15 – The Early Days of Montana Cans in LA
1:14:15 – Style vs. Getting Up: The Philosophy of Flow
1:19:00 – Influential LA Crews: K2S, STN, and the Melrose Era
1:25:10 – Traveling East: Meeting Scene & Cope2 in the Bronx
1:33:30 – Modern Graffiti & Passing the Torch
#graffiti #podcast #streetartistry #lagraffiti #hiphop
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Why Fearo-153 Never Stopped: 40 Years of Graffiti History
Whachuwrite Podcast
2,635 views
In this episode of the Whachuwrite Podcast, we sit down with a true architect of the scene: Fearo-153.
Starting his journey in the early 80s in Bellflower, CA, Fearo has witnessed the evolution of graffiti from its rawest roots to the global culture it is today. We dive deep into his 40-year history, exploring his origins, the unique energy of the early L.A. graffiti scene, and—most importantly—the mindset required to stay active for four decades.
Whether you’re a historian of the craft or a new writer looking for inspiration, Fearo’s story is a masterclass in dedication and the "Graffiti is Life" philosophy.
00:00 – Intro: Meet Fearo-153 & The Early 80s Influence
01:30 – 1983: Discovering Breaking & NYC Subway Art
05:25 – First Tags & The "Electric Gladiator" Era
09:50 – 1984: Learning the Basics & Meeting New Writers
11:40 – The Impact of the "Subway Art" Book
15:00 – Early Yards: The NASA Wall & Dark Shadows
17:15 – Starting the Chaos Zone & Meeting Dove
20:20 – The Birth of DCV (1988)
25:20 – The Battle for Huntington Beach Walls
31:30 – 1992: Taking the Style to the Freight Trains
35:30 – The Haunted Yard: The "Chicken Legs" Ghost Story
44:00 – Joining UTI & The BLA Connection
46:45 – The Meaning Behind "153"
50:10 – The "Pineapple Express" Movie Accident
54:15 – Cosmic 4: The Transition into Hip-Hop & Rapping
59:50 – Building the Scene at Coos Cafe
1:03:15 – The Early Days of Montana Cans in LA
1:14:15 – Style vs. Getting Up: The Philosophy of Flow
1:19:00 – Influential LA Crews: K2S, STN, and the Melrose Era
1:25:10 – Traveling East: Meeting Scene & Cope2 in the Bronx
1:33:30 – Modern Graffiti & Passing the Torch
#graffiti #podcast #streetartistry #lagraffiti #hiphop