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".
Motel Hell
Blitzkid Lyrics
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Where the folks'll treat ya well
They got rooms a plenty ready to sell
Here come the ringin of the dinner bell
(bridge)
They have such fine cuisine
It ain't normal if ya know what I mean
For a cannibal o rama psychotic feast
(chorus)
Welcome to Motel Hell (X2)
Nobody knows what's a goin on
The folks checked in but now they're gone
Such a nice clean place to stay
But you'll wind up on the dinner plates
(bridge 2)
They have such fine cuisine
It ain't normal if ya know what I mean
Cause they'a cookin up the travellers from outta town
The soup is on and the sun's goin down
(chorus)
Welcome to Motel Hell....(x4)
Blitzkid's "Motel Hell" is a horror-themed song that tells the story of a seemingly friendly and welcoming motel that turns out to be a nightmarish place where the guests are turned into dinner plates. The lyrics are filled with disturbing imagery, and the tone is ominous, creating a creepy and unsettling atmosphere. The first verse introduces the listener to the Motel Hell, inviting them to experience the hospitable surroundings. The bridge, with its references to cannibalism and cooking human flesh, indicates that something sinister is happening at the motel. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "Welcome to Motel Hell," drives this point home and emphasizes the irony of the guests being welcomed to a place where they will meet their demise.
The second verse highlights the mystery surrounding the motel and its hidden, grisly activities. The bridge 2 again references the cannibalistic cooking, but this time, it's the turn of the out-of-town travelers to be the main course. The song's repeated references to the fine cuisine and the dinner bell give the impression that the motel provides its guests with something to look forward to, but in reality, it's their last meal. The lyrics convey an overarching message that looks can be deceiving, and what seems harmless at first may turn out to be a deadly trap.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on out to a Motel Hell
Invitation to visit a creepy motel named 'Motel Hell'
Where the folks'll treat ya well
Irony in the sense that while the motel billboards claim great hospitality, it doesn't end well
They got rooms a plenty ready to sell
Advertising the availability of vacant rooms for rental
Here come the ringin of the dinner bell
Announcement of dinner time by the creepy motel staff, which is supposed to be dreadful and alarming
(bridge) They have such fine cuisine, It ain't normal if ya know what I mean
Acknowledging the twisted nature of the motel residents using unusual ingredients in their menu
Cause they're cookin up the people out on the streets
The staff of Motel Hell is preparing meals from innocent people wandering out in the streets
For a cannibal o rama psychotic feast
The banquet that the motel staff is organizing at the moment is an epitome of craziness
(chorus) Welcome to Motel Hell (X2)
A sinister greeting to the guests of Motel Hell
Nobody knows what's a goin on
Ignorance of the disturbing activities of the employees that take place in the motel premises
The folks checked in but now they're gone
The people who once rented a room in the motel, have disappeared for the unthinkable reasons
Such a nice clean place to stay
The motel looks pristine and attractive from outside, drawing more people in
But you'll wind up on the dinner plates
The reality is much more treacherous than what it looks like initially
(bridge 2) They have such fine cuisine, It ain't normal if ya know what I mean
Reiteration of the grotesquely imaginative culinary skillset of the shady motel staff
Cause they'a cookin up the travellers from outta town
Continuation of the menu idea using innocent travelers as food ingredients
The soup is on and the sun's goin down
Motel Hell is eager to serve their cuisine and present the evening banquet to their trusting guests
(chorus) Welcome to Motel Hell....(x4)
A repeated sinister greeting to emphasize the spooky theme of the song
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