ROKY ERICKSON & THE EXPLOSIVES Halloween II: Live 2007 (White Faces/White Vinyl) (RSD 2022) In this spine-tingling live album from the legendary Roky Erickson & The Explosives, we are taken on a wild ride through a haunted house of rock 'n' roll.
Recorded in 2007, this release captures the band at the height of their powers, delivering a set of killer tracks with all the energy and intensity of a Halloween night massacre.
Opening with the ghostly howls of "Two Headed Dog (Red Temple Prayer)," the band sets the tone for a night of psychedelic mayhem.
Erickson's vocals soar and wail, while the Explosives blast out thunderous riffs that shake the walls.
Tracks like "I Walked with a Zombie" and "Creature with the Atom Brain" showcase the band's knack for blending horror with high-octane rock, creating a sound that is equal parts spooky and electrifying.
The standout moment of the album comes with the epic rendition of "Night of the Vampire," a ten-minute journey into the dark heart of rock music.
Erickson's vocals are chilling, the guitars scream with menace, and the rhythm section drives the song forward with a relentless energy that is impossible to resist.
Overall, Roky Erickson & The Explosives Halloween II: Live 2007 is a must-have for fans of horror rock and psychedelic nostalgia.
So grab your garlic necklace, light some candles, and prepare to be thrilled and chilled by this ghoulish masterpiece.
Recorded in 2007, this release captures the band at the height of their powers, delivering a set of killer tracks with all the energy and intensity of a Halloween night massacre.
Opening with the ghostly howls of "Two Headed Dog (Red Temple Prayer)," the band sets the tone for a night of psychedelic mayhem.
Erickson's vocals soar and wail, while the Explosives blast out thunderous riffs that shake the walls.
Tracks like "I Walked with a Zombie" and "Creature with the Atom Brain" showcase the band's knack for blending horror with high-octane rock, creating a sound that is equal parts spooky and electrifying.
The standout moment of the album comes with the epic rendition of "Night of the Vampire," a ten-minute journey into the dark heart of rock music.
Erickson's vocals are chilling, the guitars scream with menace, and the rhythm section drives the song forward with a relentless energy that is impossible to resist.
Overall, Roky Erickson & The Explosives Halloween II: Live 2007 is a must-have for fans of horror rock and psychedelic nostalgia.
So grab your garlic necklace, light some candles, and prepare to be thrilled and chilled by this ghoulish masterpiece.






