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"The true tequila-guzzlin' sounds of Texxxas!"
exclaims Razorcake Magazine, which sums up the music and attitude
behind Texas-based Ghoultown. Their unique heavy western sound
has brought attention from both fans and press alike. Since their
debut in 1999, Ghoultown's dark western dirges and unmistakable
presence have found their way into five CD releases, numerous
compilations, movies, short films, a comic book and even a video
game.
Formed in 1999 by vocalist/guitarist
COUNT LYLE (Solitude Aeturnus, The Killcreeps), Ghoultown recorded
its first 3-song EP in October of that same year. Titled BOOTS OF
HELL, the EP illustrated the power of the band's Tex-Mex blend while
garnering rabid reviews, a fanbase and independent radio airplay.
With BOOTS OF HELL in circulation, the band's early buzz landed
them several compilation appearances. The most notable being Skully
Records' (NY) GOTHABILLY 2: ROCKIN' NECROPOLIS where they share
the bill with some of the best gothabilly/psychobilly acts around
the world. As a kick off, the band was invited to participate in
the world-release show held at NY's infamous CBGB's on Halloween
2000.
In early 2001 Ghoultown
released their full-length debut TALES FROM THE DEAD WEST. The
album, produced by Kol Marshall (Mercyful Fate, etc.), captured
the versatility and unique sound of the Texan quintet from the
powerful "Killer
in Texas" to the Doors-esque "Running From the Sun." "This album
already has a place on my best of 2001 list," quoted a Harder Beat
reviewer who reflected the positive response. Not only were ears
turned, but eyes as well as the release pushed the band into new
live show territory. With highlight performances such as an Atlanta
show, which featured Jerry Only of the legendary Misfits as an
onstage guest.
By 2002 Ghoultown
invaded the film world when four of their tunes were chosen for
the soundtrack of the horror-slasher, AMERICAN NIGHTMARE, starring
b-movie queen Debbie Rochon (TROMEO & JULIET). As a testament to their memorable
live show, the movie script was subsequently altered to include
a Ghoultown performance cameo after the director witnessed the band
live, and the video for their track "Killer In Texas" was included
as a bonus on the DVD.
In the spring of 2002, not only did the band release their follow-up
GIVE 'EM MORE ROPE, but Angry Planet Records signed an exclusive
licensing deal with Netherlands-based Corazong Records to release
a special version of Ghoultown's TALES FROM THE DEAD WEST in Europe
and Canada. The Euro-Canadian release included tracks from their
BOOTS OF HELL EP as well.
By late summer, Ghoultown hit the road for a 35 date U.S. tour which
included performances at NY's CBGBs to The Garage in L.A. The tour
climaxed with a performance at one of the world's largest annual
entertainment media conventions, Dragon*Con in Atlanta, where the
band has performed three times since.
Hitting 2003 Ghoultown's
signature tune "Killer In Texas" made yet another appearance in
a short film called HEADCHEESE which was released on DVD with a
movie called FREAK. Appropriately, HEADCHEESE was filmed in the
same location as TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE... house and all! Spending
the first half of 2003 performing, the band toured the midwest
and east coast, in addition to numerous Texas area shows.
In 2004 Ghoultown
released a double disc set, LIVE FROM TEXAS!, which showcased their
powerful live show on both CD and DVD. "Ghoultown puts the grit back
into rock 'n' roll with a blazing hellfire vengeance!" said
Horror Garage in praise of the release, which has garnered extremely
positive feedback.
Also in 2004, the band managed to creep into the video game market
where several of their actual gig posters can be seen in the award-winning
VAMPIRE MASQUERADE: BLOODLINES PC game.
In 2006 the band
released their latest CD, BURY THEM DEEP, on Zoviet
Records , which quickly became the best-selling Ghoultown release to date. The band appeared at serveral large horror conventions throughout 2006 and 2007, including Texas Frightmare Weekend where they were chosen to play the VIP celebrity party which boasted guest such as George Romero, Ken Foree and other well-known horror genre actors and directors.
By 2007 , the band was chosen to appear on the soundtrack compilation of the Gris Grimly short filme, "Cannibal Flesh Riot." After numerous live shows, the band locked themselves away to write material for upcoming releases. 2008 promises to be a great year for Ghoultown as they plan for the release of a limited edition 7-inch, SKELETON COWBOYS, and their fifth studio release, LIFE AFTER SUNDOWN.
Links to interviews and feature articles:
March 2007 - Rue Morgue 65
Feb 2007 - Tales From the Shadows
Nov 2006 - Harder Beat
Sept 2005 - Black
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