Ghost Train Songs For Swingin' Corpses CD Review

*Originally written in 2003*

Ghost Train was formed in ’91 originally as a Psychobilly project. Over the next few years, the band underwent several changes, which re-routed the focus of the band. Unsatisfied with the way things were going they finally decided to call it quits. In 2002, founding members Tony Lestat and Kento Bancroft revived the band and called upon former “Wreckage” drummer, Zambo. This time around the guys returned to the original concept of the band - Psychobilly! Today, I have in my grip their latest effort, a five track EP entitled, “Songs for Swingin’ Corpses”.

“Amazing Colossal Man” gets this shindig cranked up, and the band come out swinging’ hard! Traditional Rockabilly guitar riffs and vocals whip this spooky hymn into a 100 mile an hour chicken race. Eerie keyboards also give the track a more traditional feel. “Whisky And the Banshee” has an enormous Rock, Jazz and Swing feeling to it. The rhythm section and feel here is reminiscent of the late Stevie Ray Vaughn’s backing band, “Double Trouble”. “Sinner” is a knee-slappin’ tune that’ll pack the dance floor with PBR guzzling Greasers and Teddy boys. “Ghost In the Bikini” has a unique back-beat fueled with fiery Rockabilly guitar riffs. “Date With the Devil” is the last track off the EP and it happens to be my favorite of the bunch. Loud guitar riffs, pounding drums and soulful croons run amok here. This song alone is worth the price of the EP.

While Ghost Train was shelved for a few years, it’s more than evident that the boys who brought it back to life mean serious business. This EP is a must for all Hot Rod, Greaser and Psychobilly lovers!

~Black Angel