About Us

Dope Since 82 is an independent publishing and media imprint documenting culture, ambition, and the creative spirit. Founded by writer, photographer and publisher Anthony Barker, DS82 was created for the ones who beat the odds while having the audacity to craft a legacy built to outlast algorithms.

At the center of the brand is The Dope Report, DS82’s flagship publication. Part magazine, part journal, and part love letter to creativity. Each issue spotlights the stories, poetry, photography, and perspectives shaping modern independent culture.

Our core belief is that your heart defines you, but your mind is the blueprint. Dope Since 82 is for the operators: the originals, late bloomers, and the ones still becoming. If that’s you, you’re in the right place.