45 Revolutions Opens New Music Shop in Tempe

The 1,100-square-foot storefront on University Drive offers punk apparel and records to the local community.

Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Local Shops

Screen-print poster illustration of a record player and boots, evoking the atmosphere of an independent music shop. — The new storefront 45 Revolutions has opened on University Drive in Tempe, serving as a dedicated hub for Arizona's local punk community. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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The new storefront 45 Revolutions has opened on University Drive in Tempe, offering a physical hub for the local punk community. The shop features vinyl records, apparel, and books, and serves as Arizona's exclusive retailer for Solovair and Gripfast boots.

Why it matters

The owners created the space to establish a permanent physical connection for local music fans, aiming to reduce reliance on social media for community networking. This addition fills a gap in the local retail landscape for niche music-themed goods.

The new shop spans 1,100 square feet on University Drive. It currently holds an exclusive Arizona retail status for Solovair and Gripfast boots.

The players

Brian Paulson

Co-owner of 45 Revolutions and veteran organizer of local music events like the Punk Rock Flea Swap.

Taylor McKissick

Co-owner of 45 Revolutions who previously helped manage independent music community events at the Yucca Tap Room.

The details

Owners Brian Paulson and Taylor McKissick transformed a vacant University Drive storefront into a dedicated space for punk culture. The shop stocks pins, patches, fanzines, and vinyl, and maintains a community bulletin board and flyer rack to promote local shows. Plans are in place to begin buying and trading used merchandise once necessary city permits are secured.

Earlier this year, the University Drive storefront became available.
The shop opened its doors to the public in October 2026.

The Home Front

This opening reflects a broader trend of independent retailers establishing permanent, physical third-place hubs within local neighborhoods. These shops prioritize community interaction over digital-only engagement, providing a dedicated space for local music enthusiasts to gather.

Residents interested in the local music scene can visit the shop on University Drive to check the community flyer rack for upcoming show listings. If you are looking to trade used vinyl or merchandise, keep an eye on the store's future announcements regarding their upcoming permit status.

The takeaway

45 Revolutions establishes a new brick-and-mortar hub for the local punk community on University Drive. Residents can visit the shop to find exclusive boot brands or check the bulletin board for updates on local concert logistics.