Nuclear Assault "Brainwashed" reissue Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt

The Story behind the image: Brainwashed

So the story goes about how Nuclear Assault Brainwashed T-shirt came about. We (Nuclear Assault) were out on tour in Milan, Italy. As we were driving in towards the venue John saw a bootlegger on the side of the road selling these shirts so he jumped out of the bus. The guy ran off leaving the shirts behind. I guess he was scared that he was going to get arrested, beat up , or something.  John then proceeds to  pick up all the shirts up and bring them back on the bus.  We then brought them to the show and actually sold them that night at that show. We kept a few and then had them re-printed when we got back to the States. So we actually bootlegged a bootlegger! - Anthony Bramante

Nuclear Assault x BFB&HC: "Brainwashed" Reissue
The official crossover event between New York Thrash and Volatile’s streetwear division.

The "Brainwashed" t-shirt is back. As the premier streetwear line for Volatile Skateboards, Born From Boards and Heavy Chords (BFB&HC) specializes in clothing built to survive the grind. This collaboration with Nuclear Assault honors the late-80s era when skaters and thrashers occupied the same sweaty clubs and empty pools.

The Design
We’ve meticulously recreated the iconic Brainwashed graphic, ensuring every gritty detail of the original social commentary is preserved, while doubling down on the branding that matters.

Front: The classic "Brainwashed" centerpiece—a stark, visceral reminder of thrash metal’s golden age.

Back: Features the legendary Nuclear Assault logo hit, making it clear exactly where your allegiances lie whether you're coming or going.

The Vibe: Pure heritage. Designed to look just as good under a denim vest as it does catching air.

• 100% ring-spun cotton
• 4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center

Size guide