Vintage Comic Art Inspired Empire Records Print – “Damn the Man! Save the Empire!”  - A3 Size (11.7 x 16.5 inches, 29.7 x 42cm)

Step back into that one perfect, chaotic day in the mid-’90s when record stores still felt like sanctuaries and rebellion came with a killer soundtrack.

This vintage comic art inspired print pays tribute to Empire Records — a cult classic about misfit kids, found family, and the fragile magic of places that feel like they belong to you. The main image features Mark front and center, rallying the troops with the immortal phrase: “Damn the Man! Save the Empire!”
To the left, inset profile portraits of Corey, AJ, and Gina round out the piece — each one a small nod to the personalities and emotional gravity that made the film more than just a hangout movie.

Rendered in a bold, retro comic-book style, this print blends saturated color, textured shading, and nostalgic grit — the kind of thing that looks like it fell out of a lost VHS-era graphic novel. It’s a love letter to adolescence, independence, and that brief window in life when everything feels urgent and meaningless at the exact same time.

Details:

• Vintage comic art–inspired design

• High-resolution print on premium archival paper

• Available in sizes A5, A4, A3 and A2 (See additional listings)

• Rich color depth with subtle halftone texture

• Carefully packed to arrive in perfect condition

• Ideal for home offices, music rooms, studios, or anyone who still believes record stores are sacred ground

Perfect for:

• Fans of Empire Records

• ’90s movie lovers

• Vinyl collectors & music obsessives

• Nostalgia-driven wall décor

• Anyone who’s ever yelled “Damn the man!” at least once in their life

⚠️ Fan Art Disclaimer:
This artwork is an original, independently created fan art piece inspired by the film Empire Records. It is not official merchandise and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by Regency Enterprises, Warner Bros., or any associated rights holders. All characters and references remain the property of their respective owners.

Sometimes a movie doesn’t just entertain you — it moves in, unpacks its bags, and never really leaves.
This print is for those moments, and for the people who still carry that day at the record store around in their bones.

Damn the man. Save the Empire.
Bring a little mid-’90s magic home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Listing is for print only - the frame and mount are not included. However, if you need a hand finding a frame for your print,  let us know and we'll be happy to help.

Including the item described and shown here, the products and designs listed by ourselves are produced in guidance with the 'fair use' proclamation and are predominently works of fanart, parody, satire, and critical commentary.

As each item is specially printed to order, we do not accept returns, however, we will happily replace lost or damaged items.