Blitzkid was a horror punk band that began in Bluef… Read Full Bio ↴active 1997-2012
Blitzkid was a horror punk band that began in Bluefield, WV in the winter of 1997, with guitarist/vocalist/songwriter TB Monstrosity and bassist/vocalist/songwriter Argyle Goolsby. In the 17 years that they have been a band, they have toured consistently all over the US and overseas, released multiple albums and EPs, a Live DVD and participated on the soundtrack for a film.
After recording a 10 song demo just for fun titled “Songs For The Aesthetically Challenged” the band became a bit more serious and gained it’s first 3-piece lineup. In 1998, the trio began songwriting, rehearsing, and started playing local gigs. In May of 1999, they recorded the 7-song “Revisited EP”. This particular release showcased a more hookladen “horror rock” approach that the band had already hinted at. The recording also showcased some of the band’s most popular material to date in the songs “Nadine”, the original recording of “Slaughter At the Sock Hop”, and “Hate You Better”.
By the winter of 1999, Blitzkid entered Lively Sound Studios in Lewisburg, WV to record the 13 song full length “Terrifying Tales” album. Extensive gigs soon followed in their hometown as well as branching out for the first time into surrounding states. Soon afterward, the revamped creeprock trio quickly began work at Real 2 Reel studios in Blacksburg, VA in the summer of 2001 for the 12 track “Let The Flowers Die” album which as released on December 29th, 2001.
In December of 2003, Fiend Force Records, a major independent record label from Germany specializing in horrorock, began working with the band and placed a track by them on their debut compilation album “This Is Horrorpunk”, followed by the Euro release of their 2003 recording “Trace Of A Stranger”. Fiend Force Records officially released the Blitzkid/Mister Monster split EP “Exhuming Graves And Making Ddates”. After extensive touring to promote both releases (including the band’s first successful stint in Europe with The Spook on the now legendary “Everyday Is Halloween” tour in October 2004), Blitzkid regrouped with Fiend Force as their official label and continued to play nonstop rounds of shows.
In the time that followed, Blitzkid found themselves at SS Studios (Hamilton, NJ) in May of 2005 tracking what would become their fifth full length album, “Five Cellars Below”.
By early 2006, Blitzkid had completed work on the new record and embarked on more live shows that led to them touring Germany once again successfully with Fiend Force’s The Crimson Ghosts in June, and once they returned stateside, the band embarked on their biggest U.S. tour yet that saw them play 58 dates from June 29th to September 12th.
On August 25th, 2006, “Five Cellars Below” was released worldwide via Fiend Force Records and in October, the band set out to tour Europe for a third time on the Hell Night's Tour with labelmates The Rezurex, The Other, and The Bloodsucking Zombies from Outer Space. The tour saw them playing the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Spain, Austria, Holland, Hungary, and Germany.
As of 2011 the band is currently headed up by Argyle Goolsby (bass/vokills/metabolism), Nathan Bane (guitar/keys/the brightside) and Ricko Mortis (drums/job security), after long-time vocalist/guitarist TB Monstrosity called his quits with the band. In the time they have been a band, they have garnered critical underground acclaim for their tireless work ethic, consistent, ever evolving album output, disregard for bad tour routing and dedication to giving their audience their moneys worth through providing energetic live shows and playing great songs.
Blitzkid has a prodigious following in the states as well as Europe and have shared the stage, in some cases regularly, with many and great notable acts. Blitzkid have also been a regular part of many of the biggest festivals in Europe including Mera Luna, Rock My Ass, Endless Summer, Summer Breeze, and WGT. Blitzkid are signed to Century Media/People Like You Records worldwide and managed by Riot Rock Management.
The band is booked exclusively by Destiny Tourbooking in Europe, and by The Pantheon Agency in North America. The band has released material consistently since 1998. Apparitional released in March of 2011 is Blitzkids first release on Century Media/PLY Records. Their music has also appeared in many salient horror films, most notably It Came From Trafalgar, Dark Wings a documentary on the Mothman, Satan Hates You, and Gris Grimlys classic Cannibal Flesh Riot. They have also appeared favorably in publications such as Terrorizer, Punk Rock Confidential, Metal Maniacs, Rue Morgue, Horrorhound, Virus, Drop Dead, Sonic Seducer, KinKats, Revolver, Zillo, and Ox.
Recently the band released their newest album, "Apparitional", which has the last recordings of TB with the band before the break-up as well as an special guest in the form of Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein (Ex-Misfits/Kryst The Conqueror/Gorgeous Frankenstein) on the song "Mr. Sardonicus". They also released a new EP titled "Head over Hills".
Mary and the Storm
Blitzkid Lyrics
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Mother's fears are tired sleepers
beyond her silent windowsill.
Father's peering eyes now fade with weight.
We'll run like silent phantoms
Free until the dawn.
We're entwined in midnite's embrace.
so far away.
I'll hide our game in the treetops
and sleeping phantoms we will chase.
Come Mary, come and watch the storm.
Mother's candle has exhausted
She's dreaming of your birth.
Father's clever watch is laid to sleep.
Downstairs i wait for you
beyond the boards that creak.
We're entwined in midnite's embrace.
Your house, a purple ruin
so far away.
I'll hide our game in the treetops
and sleeping phantoms we will chase.
Mother's will is far away.
Father's fists are far away.
We set the horses loose tonite.
Unbridled freedom, Blessed night.
Unbidled Freedom
Blessed night.
Come Mary, come and watch the storm
with me
tonite.
The song "Mary and the Storm" by Blitzkid is a haunting and nostalgic tale about two young lovers who seek refuge from the strict confines and expectations of their families. The lyrics are filled with vivid imagery and metaphors that describe their desire for a life of freedom and adventure. They are tired of being held back by their parents' fears and restrictions, so they run away to watch a storm and chase sleeping phantoms.
The song begins with an invitation to Mary to come and watch the storm with the singer. They are both tired of their parents' fears and are seeking refuge in the storm. The mother is tired and has fallen asleep, and the father's watchful eyes are closing with the weight of his worries. The young lovers take advantage of this moment of respite to run away like "silent phantoms" and take in the freedom of the night.
The second verse describes Mary's house as a "purple prison" that is far away. The singer suggests that they play a game in the treetops and chase sleeping phantoms to escape the restrictions of their mundane lives. The chorus repeats the invitation to Mary to come and watch the storm with the singer, where they can both finally find freedom.
The song ends with a powerful declaration of freedom as they set the horses loose and embrace the night. The phrase "unbridled freedom, blessed night" perfectly encapsulates the sense of liberation that they feel from breaking free from their parents' expectations.
Overall, "Mary and the Storm" is a powerful song that conveys the longing for freedom that so many young people experience. The lyrics are full of vivid imagery and metaphors that create a haunting and nostalgic atmosphere. The song encourages listeners to embrace their desire for adventure and to seek out their own sense of liberation.
Line by Line Meaning
Come Mary, come and watch the storm.
Inviting Mary to come and watch the storm together.
Mother's fears are tired sleepers beyond her silent windowsill.
Mary's mother is fast asleep, exhausted by her worries and fears.
Father's peering eyes now fade with weight.
Mary's father is also asleep, his eyes closing with tiredness.
We'll run like silent phantoms Free until the dawn.
The artist and Mary will run without making a sound and enjoy their freedom until morning comes.
We're entwined in midnite's embrace. Your house, a purple prison so far away.
The artist and Mary are enjoying the night together, away from Mary's house that feels like a restrictive and oppressive place.
I'll hide our game in the treetops and sleeping phantoms we will chase.
The singer suggests playing a game of chasing imaginary phantoms, hiding it in the treetops to make the experience even more exciting.
Mother's candle has exhausted She's dreaming of your birth.
Mary's mother has fallen asleep while thinking about the day Mary was born.
Father's clever watch is laid to sleep. Downstairs i wait for you beyond the boards that creak.
Mary's father has stopped paying attention and gone to sleep, while the artist waits for Mary downstairs, trying not to make any noise.
Mother's will is far away. Father's fists are far away.
In this moment, Mary's parents are not a source of concern or danger to her and the artist.
We set the horses loose tonite. Unbridled freedom, Blessed night.
The artist and Mary have unleashed the horses, giving them the freedom to run wild and enjoy their lives just like they are doing.
Come Mary, come and watch the storm with me tonite.
The singer is making another invitation for Mary to join them in watching the storm together tonight.
Contributed by Vivian S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.