Houseghost
Another Realm
Rad Girlfriend Records (2022)
Houseghost sprung up in late 2020, releasing their debut near Halloween. Two years later the ghost returns with more stories from Another Realm. The band features members of other bands and play poppy punk with a lot of harmonies. It’s peppy, catchy stuff that’s more about singalongs and pogoing than spitting vitriol. The band also has a theme or, arguably, a gimmick. The songs are all about being a ghost. Another Realm sees the ghost stories taking a somber look at themselves as they fade and float in the ether. The songs are upbeat while singing about being stuck in limbo. The broad tone is one of longing and observation, with a cheeky, playful tone that makes me think of Geena Davis and Alex Baldwin in Beetlejuice. This isn’t a Misfits-inspired band, it’s more like Groove Ghoulies or Ramones with some subtle post-punk tones. For example, the guitar in “Night in the Woods,” which effectively leads off the record, has some Cure-esque vibes underneath that bouncy beat. What really stands out on this record isn’t the theme, though, it’s the harmonies. The two primary vocalists work well together. They often trade lead vocals from song to song, while meeting together … Read more
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Red Scare Industries (2023)
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Idol Japan Records (2022)
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We Are Horror Records (2023)
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