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The band came together originally as a hardcore outfit during the late '80s, featuring the Casillas brothers, Frank (vocals), Eddie (guitar) and Jorge (bass) alongside Jerry O'Neill (drums). Playing together for a number of years in a humble garage, the band decided to expand their lineup in the hope that this may find them more success, choosing to add Joey Hernandez (saxophone), Joe McNally (trumpet) and Brodie Johnson (trombone), moving towards a ska-punk sound after the addition of their horn section.
Becoming local favorites, Voodoo Glow Skulls released two early singles before unleashing their energetic debut, "Who Is? This Is?" in 1993, on Dr. Strange Records. After touring the US extensively, Voodoo Glow Skulls impressed larger label, Epitaph Records, signing with them in 1995. Their second record, "Firme," was released that same year, with the availability of a Spanish-version of the album helping to appeal to a wider audience.
Three further albums were released on Epitaph before Voodoo Glow Skulls decided to jump ship and moved to Victory Records, releasing 2002's "Steady As She Goes." In 2004, Voodoo Glow Skulls delivered the fresh, ska-core styled "Adiccíon, Tradicíon, Revolución," displaying a return to their earlier energy. Southern California Street Music" appeared three years later, one of their first albums to feature original songs entirely. In 2012, the ska-punk veterans moved to Smelvis Records for the release of their self-produced ninth album, "Break the Spell."
Críticas en vivo
Part of the reason ska punk legends Voodoo Glow Skulls have remained so consistent on the live circuit since forming in 1988 is the fact there are family and friends at the centre of the operation. The three Casillas brothers formed the original band with three long term friends and it has not changed ever since. Seeing the band onstage is a great way of understanding the dynamic as they are clearly so close as people and simply adore playing live music together for their lively fanbase.
You cannot help but dance to the irresistible beats found on the likes of 'Who Is, This Is?' and 'Firme'. The percussion simply adds to the overall live operation and the warm saxophone beats sound brilliant in the intimate venues. There is so much musicianship on offer and the fans are ready to applaud as each band member gets their individual showcase to really demonstrate their talents. The six piece comes together for a crescendo of the appropriately named 'Say Goodnight'.
sean-ward
The Voodoo Glow skulls played in the small venue on Sunday evening. The place is called The Gilman in Berkeley. The Voodoo Glow Skulls killed it! The entire floor was dancing and moshing to the sonic assault that the Glow Skulls put out. Ska core, Ska punk at it's most definitive best. They opened the show with Voodoo Anthem. And played for nearly an hour and a half. Covering many songs throughout their career. Most notably for me were the songs "drunk tank", "shoot the moon", "human pinata" and "fat Randy". It was a phenomenal performance! The crowd was wildly into it. Dancing and moshing. My ears were still ringing the next day from the sonic blast... this show definitely delivered great energy.
tony-diaz-1
It's my most favorite band and with the new singer he stinks and I think VGS sucks now. I had a great time despite this. And furthermore I was able to see original VGS frontman a couple weeks ago with his new band. Very dissatisfied with VGS. Honestly has any band in history ever had success replacing the singer. Hoodoo voodoo we do fuck that. Lol
roy-efurd
