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Chinese Rocks

Chinese Rocks™

by Typodermic
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Complete family of 16 fonts: $109.95 USD
Chinese Rocks Font Family was designed by Ray Larabie and published by Typodermic. Chinese Rocks contains 16 styles and family package options.

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About Chinese Rocks Font Family


Unleash the raw power of authentic expression with Chinese Rocks, a typeface that doesn’t just communicate—it resonates with the gritty pulse of urban life. Inspired by the hand-cut rubber-stamp lettering adorning 20th-century Chinese export crates, this font family embodies the spirit of unfiltered creativity and cultural crossroads.

Chinese Rocks isn’t merely a font; it’s a visual storyteller. Each character bears the marks of artisanal craftsmanship, as if carved by hands that have weathered countless storms. This typeface doesn’t whisper—it shouts from the rooftops, infusing your designs with an undeniable edge that cuts through the noise of conventional typography. With sixteen distinct styles, Chinese Rocks offers a veritable playground for designers. From the unapologetic boldness of Fat to the space-efficient elegance of Condensed, and the dimensional depth of Shaded, this versatile family adapts to your creative vision. Each variation maintains the core DNA of Chinese Rocks while offering a unique flavor, ensuring your message always hits the mark, whether you’re crafting edgy band posters or branding a rebellious startup.

Chinese Rocks speaks the language of the streets fluently across cultures. Its support for a vast array of Latin-based writing systems ensures your message retains its raw authenticity whether it’s plastered on walls in Warsaw or adorning t-shirts in Gothenburg. It’s equally at home on a Berlin punk rock album cover as it is on the menu of a trendy São Paulo street food joint. In a world awash with polished, sanitized designs, Chinese Rocks stands as a beacon of authenticity. It’s more than a typeface—it’s a statement, a rebellion against the mundane, and a celebration of the beautiful imperfections that make us human. Each letter tells a story of journeys taken, obstacles overcome, and boundaries pushed.

So why blend in when you can stand out? Embrace the unvarnished truth of Chinese Rocks and watch as your designs come alive with unbridled energy and character. It’s time to let your typography speak volumes—and with Chinese Rocks, every word is a manifesto, every sentence a revolution. From gig posters that demand attention to branding that refuses to be ignored, Chinese Rocks transforms ordinary text into extraordinary visual experiences. It’s not just about making a statement—it’s about making an impact that lingers long after the first glance.

Dive into the world of Chinese Rocks and discover how its raw, unpolished energy can elevate your creative projects. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or a budding artist, this typeface gives you the tools to craft messages that don’t just communicate—they resonate. It’s time to stamp your mark on the world with the unmistakable grit and character of Chinese Rocks.

Designers: Ray Larabie

Publisher: Typodermic

Foundry: Typodermic

Original Foundry: Larabie

Design Owner: Typodermic

MyFonts debut: Oct 18, 2004

Chinese Rocks™ is a trademark of Typodermic.

About Typodermic

Welcome to Typodermic Fonts, a spirited type foundry rooted in Nagoya, Japan, started by the Canadian typeface designer, Raymond Larabie in 2001. Our library brims with 500+ diverse typefaces to fuel creativity in graphic design, advertising, web, and app development. As digital type pioneers, we adopted web fonts and app licensing early, consistently pushing the design envelope. With Canadian heart and Japanese precision, we're your global partners in extraordinary typography. Explore Typodermic Fonts—where creativity meets character.

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