The Nekromantix were formed in 1989 in Copenhagen by Kim Nekroman after he left the Danish Navy, in which he had been a submarine radio operator. Deciding to launch a new career in music, he initially played drums in a rockabilly band prior to the foundation of Nekromantix. Learning to play the double bass and to sing, Nekroman set about forming a horror-themed psychobilly band with himself as the frontman. The band lineup is currently rounded out by Franc (guitar) and Lux (drums).
The band played two local shows in Copenhagen before appearing in a large psychobilly festival in Hamburg, Germany only six months after the band's formation. This lead to a record deal for their first album, Hellbound. Nekromantix began touring Europe heavily. At the time, the psychobilly scene was largely dominated by English bands. The band recorded a second album in 1991, Curse of the Coffin which resulted in some MTV play. 1994's Brought Back to Life became the only psychobilly album so far to ever be nominated for a Grammy award.
The band was signed to Hellcat Records in 2001, due to record label owner Tim Armstrong of punk rock band Rancid being a long-time fan of the band. Their fifth album and USA debut, Return of the Loving Dead, was recorded in Los Angeles and released in 2002. A sixth album, Dead Girls Don't Cry, was released for Hellcat in 2004, with Nekroman recording bass and vocals in Los Angeles while the Sandorff brothers recorded their respective parts back in Denmark.
In April 2005, the Sandorff brothers departed from the Nekromantix on good terms, citing their reason for leaving as "it wasn't funny anymore". They were replaced with guitarist Troy and drummer Wasted James, both from California-based psychobilly group Rezurex. Wasted James also plays in Tiger Army, and formerly played as the Nekromantix touring drummer. Andy Demize is now drummer for Nekromantix and features on the new 2007 album 'Life Is A Grave & I Dig It!'
Kim Nekroman is married to Patricia Day, ex-guitarist of Danish band Peanut Pump Gun. They play in rockabilly band called Horrorpops together.
Kim Nekroman's signature coffinbass has gone through many incarnations, the first of which being fashioned out of an actual child's coffin. The child's coffin, however, did not produce an excellent sound, so Nekroman built another himself with better acoustics. Over the years he has made a handfull of the instruments, the most recent update being collapsable for easier transportation.
Horny In A Hearse
Nekromantix Lyrics
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so I bought a 1959 hearse Cadillac
mint condition, fully equipped long shiny and (pitch) black
she's aroused by the power of the V8
I should have bought this car way back this is great
seeing through the eyes of the dead
while my baby gives me...
Tic Tac Toe Tags,
high heels 'n' latex body bags
no more french maid or naughty nurse
she wanna go for a ride all the time
my ghoulfriend gets horny in a hearse
She's dressed to thrill, my babe's so hot when I pick her up
she checks it out from front to rear bottom to top
oh boy she keeps on going dang she just won't stop
bonfire at camp crystal lake
the trip was long but she sure kept me awake
seeing through the eyes of the dead
while my baby gives me...
you know...
We park by the cemetery that's our "lovers lane"
that might seem bizarre to some, but not to this here dame
bring out the rubber gloves honey I'm ready once again
shallow graves and ghouls gone wild
see me cruising down route 666 with style
seeing through the eyes of the dead
while my baby gives me...
you know...
The lyrics to Nekromantix's song "Horny In A Hearse" tell the story of a man who is trying to win back his lover with something new and fresh. He finds just the thing in a 1959 hearse Cadillac that he bought in mint condition. The man describes how his lover is aroused by the power of the V8 engine and how he is seeing the world through the eyes of the dead. The couple engages in some unusual activities, such as Tic Tac Toe Tags, wearing high heels and latex body bags, and making love in the hearse parked by the cemetery, which is their version of "lovers lane."
The lyrics are somewhat creepy and morbid in nature and may not be everyone's cup of tea. However, they showcase the band's signature sound of psychobilly, which is a mix of punk rock, rockabilly, and horror elements. The song displays the band's fascination with macabre subject matter, and the lyrics are full of references to death and the dead. The song is about exploring taboos and pushing boundaries, but it is also playful and humorous.
Line by Line Meaning
I needed something new & fresh to win my baby back
I needed to do something different to regain my lover's affection
so I bought a 1959 hearse Cadillac
So, I decided to buy a vintage hearse Cadillac
mint condition, fully equipped long shiny and (pitch) black
The vehicle I purchased is in excellent condition; it is well equipped and has a shiny black appearance
she's aroused by the power of the V8
My significant other is aroused by the strength of the vehicle's engine
I should have bought this car way back this is great
I should have bought this car a long time ago because it is amazing
seeing through the eyes of the dead
I feel like I can see the world as the dead do
while my baby gives me...
you know...
While my lover gives me pleasure
Tic Tac Toe Tags,
high heels 'n' latex body bags
My lover enjoys playing with Toe Tags, high heels, and latex body bags
no more french maid or naughty nurse
My lover is no longer interested in roleplaying as a French maid or naughty nurse
she wanna go for a ride all the time
My significant other wants to go for a drive in the hearse often
my ghoulfriend gets horny in a hearse
My significant other gets turned on while in the hearse
She's dressed to thrill, my babe's so hot when I pick her up
My lover dresses to impress; she looks amazing when I pick her up
she checks it out from front to rear bottom to top
My significant other examines every inch of the hearse from front to back
oh boy she keeps on going dang she just won't stop
My lover becomes very excited; she cannot contain herself
bonfire at camp crystal lake
We have a bonfire at Camp Crystal Lake
the trip was long but she sure kept me awake
The journey was long, but my lover kept me alert and entertained
seeing through the eyes of the dead
I feel like I can see the world as the dead do
while my baby gives me...
you know...
While my lover gives me pleasure
We park by the cemetery that's our "lovers lane"
We park by the cemetery as it is our preferred place for intimacy
that might seem bizarre to some, but not to this here dame
Some people may find it strange, but not my significant other
bring out the rubber gloves honey I'm ready once again
My lover is ready for intimacy and requests that I use rubber gloves
shallow graves and ghouls gone wild
We observe shallow graves, and wild ghouls on our journey
see me cruising down route 666 with style
We drive down Route 666 in a stylish manner
seeing through the eyes of the dead
I feel like I can see the world as the dead do
while my baby gives me...
you know...
While my lover gives me pleasure
Contributed by Camilla G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Christen Angus
I love this song&video! It's a ghoulishly gorgeous rockin' track!👻💀❤
Damn the Divas
i have been through many phases with my music. from folk to alt-rock to prog-rock metal to rap to old school drum n bass to dubstep to the new edm shit to strait up bluegrass, and all the way back to whatever the hell dub FX does... but ive listened to nekromantix consistently through all of this. this says something.
J. DNGR
I can't get enough of this song! I <3 NEKROMANTIX!
Live Nation Clubs and Theaters
Love the James Dean cameo and how the bass is still included in animation!
R U Still Here?
I can't get enough of this song.
Jake Herrera
I just saw these guys like a week ago, the show was just plain awesome, no other way to describe it
Sergio Cárdenas
I can't stop listening to this !
it's really a good song !
The Flying Antony
We need more songs like this !!!!!!!!!!!
Mallard
I just bought a Hearse! Now, to buy this album and blast it while I drive down the street....
Daniel Arthur
First Psychobilly song I listened to. Still love it to this day!