The New Breed Documentary chronicles a cassette compilation put out by Freddy Alva & Chaka Malik in 1989. New York Hardcore was undergoing a transition at the end of the 80's & this generational shift was exemplified by the bands that were featured on the compilation.The story of the tape is at heart the story of NYC & kids that grew up in it's five boroughs as well as related outposts in Long Island/Yonkers. A unique set of social/economic circumstances during the 70's & 80's forged the individuals that went on to make up the New York Hardcore scene. This full length documentary profiles band members/fanzine editors/record label heads & fans that made up this vibrant scene with narration by NYHC book author Tony Rettman. It's unheard of for a feature film to focus on an outdated analog format like a cassette compilation but it is through the eyes of these individuals that a spotlight is shined onto those tumultuous times & what is ultimately a tribute to a bygone era.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| DDjinji BrownHimself | Himself |
| JJames DamonHimself | Himself |
| KKevin EganHimself | Himself |
| AAndy GuidaHimself | Himself |
| AAstoria LouHimself | Himself |
| CChaka MalikHimself | Himself |
| AAdam NathansonHimself | Himself |
| CCarl PorcaroHimself | Himself |
| MMichael ScondottoHimself | Himself |
| JJoe SongcoHimself | Himself |
| DDave SteinHimself | Himself |
| GGavin Van VlackHimself | Himself |
| BBrendan WhiteHimself | Himself |
| BBill WilsonHimself | Himself |
| CChris WynneHimself | Himself |
| TTony RettmanNarrator | Narrator |
 Sacha JenkinsNot listed | Not listed |