16 pages Edited by NUG and Aman 29.7 x 21 cm Language: English Paperback 1991
Trains is a rare and iconic xerox graffiti zine from Stockholm—one of the earliest Swedish publications entirely dedicated to train writing. Created by passionate local writers, this one-shot issue captures the raw energy of Sweden’s early '90s graffiti scene, when painted panels rolled fast and photos were traded like gold.
Photocopied, staple-bound, and 100% DIY, Trains showcases gritty black-and-white flicks of Stockholm’s subway and commuter trains, covered in bold tags, pieces, and burners. The cut-and-paste layout, stripped of glossy formatting or editorial frills, reflects the pure grassroots spirit of the era: unfiltered, underground, and unapologetically authentic.
Its historical value is undeniable. Trains predates most major European graffiti magazines and paved the way for zines like Sniart—whose first issue in 1992 was compiled by future legends NUG and Aman. Each page of Trains preserves graffiti that often vanished overnight, offering a raw, uncurated glimpse into the golden age of photo-trading and benching.
More than a magazine, Trains is a time capsule. A must-have for collectors, historians, and graffiti purists alike.
