Avow

(Pamphlet, 24th edition)

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The cover of veteran zinester Keith Rosson's latest zine is an homage to Milwaukee drivers' disdain for the common pedestrian: thus sets the dark, humorous tone forAvow #24. A perzine in a seemingly post-perzine age,Avow sets the formula for solid writing and smart design, this time about Keith's past year in his new home of Milwaukee. This issue is dedicated to music reviews and comics about the search for employment, including writing about one of his favorite teachers, quitting cigarettes, the death of his father, and an interview with Joe Lachut (ofSeven Inches to Freedomzine). Keith continues his tradition of classic storytelling and we're happy to release Microcosm's first collaboration with him sinceThe Best of Intentions: The Avow Anthology. Check it out!Spoiler alert:Dave Roche(On Subbing,About My Disappearance)drops by to talk about unsolicited business and dating advice.

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The gentleman behind Avow is Keith Rosson, and he is an excellent writer (and artist) with a strong sense of self. It doesn't matter if he's reminiscing about a teacher that had a profound impact on his life, talking about the slightly soul-crushing process of seeking a job in a new city, or informing his readers how difficult it is to quit smoking, his writing (and accompanying artwork) is always engaging and memorable. Informative mags are one thing, but what makes Avow great is that Keith is able to successfully relate how he channels the excruciating minutiae of everyday life into something positive and tangible while simultaneously ignoring death's chilly breath on the back of his neck. - Maximum Rocknroll

Author Bio

Keith Rosson is the author of the zine Avow, and is a gallery painter and freelance artist who has done work for record covers, gig posters, and underground books. He lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.