My first trip to Thunder Road included a set from hard rock harmonizers Goddamn Draculas.
Goddamn Draculas @ Thunder Road 6.11.2016
Black Friday is still terrible. Supporting local art isn’t.
It’s Black Friday. Black Friday is still terrible. Supporting local art isn’t. Here’s a quick list of alternative ways to spend your hard earned dollars than fighting crowds at the chain stores.
- Pick up some new music from a local band. The Sheila Divine, Goddamn Draculas, Party Bois, Worshipper and Weakened Friends have all put out amazing music in the past few months that is worth listening to on endless repeat.
- Help art get made! Abbie Barrett and Walter Sickert & The Army of Broken Toys are making new records. I’m sure they’d appreciate your support.
- Did you know the design and illustration arm of the Daykamp Empire has an Etsy store? You can pick up show posters, art prints and even holiday cards!
- Save your money for the ROCKIN FLEA MARKET + BLOODY MARY BASH! Bridget Haley will have crocheted tacos. They’re amazing. Just don’t eat them.
If you do go out to the stores today, think about keeping it local. Oh, and pick up something for Anngelle Wood’s Spectacular Gift Drive for DCF Kids Fund.
Goddamn Draculas – “Bethany” (2015)
Goddamn Draculas
“Bethany”
2015
Do I have a new favorite Goddamn Draculas song? I think I do. “Say Goodbye” has held that spot since first harmonizing its way into my heart, but it’s time for “Bethany” to reign. This is signature DRAX through and through. Thunderous groove. Killer keys. Huge guitars. Huger harmonies. Hugest hook. Goddamn Draculas take their classic hard rock influences and bleed out something that sounds fresh and new. Oh, and the guitar solo is perfect. “Angels Die” provides this single’s flip. It’s heavy and decidedly darker, making it a nice counterpoint to the anthemic A-side.
Where to get it:
Goddamn Draculas – The Drax (2015)
Goddamn Draculas
The Drax
2015
Now that we’ve got all of our pics posted from the Goddamn Draculas release show, we thought it’d be fitting to say a few words about this frighteningly good album. The Drax is one bloody anthem after another. Honestly, “Say Goodbye” is one of the biggest album-closer-worthy tracks to come out of Boston in recent years. It’s the second song on the record. They hook you early and don’t let go. Killer harmonies drive a stake through the dense riffs, delivering witty and honest lyrical nuggets that deliver hard truths with tongues firmly planted in cheeks. The Drax cut their hubris with humor, creating a band persona that is as endearing as it is egotistical. They’re monsters of rock. They’re Goddamn Draculas. Raise your fist and smile.
Where to get it:
Goddamn Draculas @ The Middle East Downstairs 2.7.2015
The Drax were larger than life while releasing their new album at The Middle East. They took the stage in the big room and made it feel small. This was their moment and they made the most of it. Surrender to the Goddamn Draculas.
Goddamn Draculas @ Boston Music Awards 12.14.2014
Like Sidewalk Driver right before them, Goddamn Draculas took to the Space 57 Stage at the Revere Hotel to celebrate their Live Artist Of The Year nomination at the 2014 Boston Music Awards.
Goddamn Draculas @ House Of Blues 8.27.2014
Goddamn Draculas
Goddamn Draculas
Goddamn Draculas
Goddamn Draculas
Goddamn Draculas took the stage in front of a packed house at the House of Blues opening for Cheap Trick. Understanding the gravity of the moment, the band unleashed a triumphant set of riffs, hooks, laughs, friendship and those trademark killer harmonies. Well done, gentlemen. You’ve done this city proud.
Goddamn Draculas @ The Middle East Upstairs 8.15.2014
Goddamn Draculas are glorious creatures of the night. They typically dwell in dark places and use sound to lure in other nocturnal mammals. Then they party.
Goddamn Draculas – “Jenny” (2014)
Goddamn Draculas
“Jenny”
2014
“Jenny” was the song of the 2014 Rock ‘N’ Roll Rumble. I can’t get it out of my head. It’s punk tough and Thin Lizzy cool. It’s got killer harmonies and singable guitar melodies. “Jenny” has it all. There’s even a ‘scuse-me-while-I-kiss-this-guy level misunderstood lyric. Goddamn Draculas had me grinning ear to ear every time they played it. I can’t thank ’em enough.
Where to get it:
Goddamn Draculas @ T.T. The Bear’s Place 4.25.2014
Goddamn Draculas were the most consistently great band of the 2014 Rock ‘N’ Roll Rumble. With the perfect mix of punch, polish, humor and harmonies, they left their mark. Goddamn Draculas are the 2014 Rock ‘N’ Roll Rumble champs! Everyone gets a hug!
2014 Rock ‘N’ Roll Rumble Finals
Await Rescue
Petty Morals
Goddamn Draculas (2014 Rumble Champs)
The Information (Non-Competing Guest Band)