Start here! A roundup of classic and signature songs of overseas psychobilly
Have you heard of a music genre called “psychobilly,” born from the collision of rockabilly and punk? Flourishing across Europe and the U.S.
from the late 1970s into the ’80s, this music has captivated many fans with its thunderous double bass and a distinctive aesthetic infused with horror elements.
Psychobilly is characterized by a refined musicality beneath its raw edge, along with lyrics that sometimes carry a sense of humor.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of standout tracks that will draw in any music lover, while exploring the genre’s origins and its unique appeal.
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Start here! A roundup of classic and signature psychobilly songs from overseas (11–20)
TitanicMeantraitors
Meantraitors are characterized by the distinctive voice and guitar tone of their central member, singer-guitarist Stas Bogorad.
They are a psychobilly band formed in Russia in 1989.
Their song “Titanic” is a timeless, captivating, and powerful track.
InvadersGutter Demons
If the world were ruled by monsters…
That’s the kind of sci-fi horror movie chaos Gutter Demons’ music depicts! Society collapses as invaders from hell ravage the city, all slammed down over a ferocious beat.
Don’t you feel the adrenaline coursing through you just from listening to that sheer intensity? This track is included on Unfinished Business, the band’s comeback album released in September 2015 after roughly six years on hiatus.
On nights when you’re sick of arbitrary rules and the suffocating routine of daily life, blasting this destructive sound might just blow away all the gloom that’s built up inside you.
Oompa LoompaKlingonz
It’s like a frenzied spectacle staged by bizarre aliens! Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, Klingonz delivers a psychobilly track bursting with raw energy.
Sung over a breakneck punk beat, it tells stories of quirky, otherworldly characters.
The irresistible charm lies in the off-kilter balance between the eerie sound and the comically creepy lyrics.
This track appears on their 1988 debut album, “Psychos from Beyond.” Put it on when you want to blast away a boring day and get into an outrageously crazy mood—it’s guaranteed to lift your spirits!
Psychosis SafariThe Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster
A thrilling garage rock number that hits like a bolt, as if the screws in your brain are coming loose! This track likens a mind descending into confusion to a dangerous adventure, hurling a deranged message: “Cast off reason and charge ahead on pure instinct.” Featured on their 2002 debut album Hörse of the Dög, it reached No.
26 on the UK singles chart in July 2003, and gained further buzz after being featured in the game Gran Turismo 4.
On nights when you want to blow off everyday stress or you’re seized by an irresistible urge, give it a listen—your adrenaline will spike, and it might just reset your mood and your mind.
Cyclops CarnivalTorment
A track with a powerful impact that feels like an invitation to a Cyclops-run carnival! The distorted guitars and ferocious vocals convey both terror and excitement, as if the protagonist’s inner demon is blazing to life.
This song is included on Torment’s first studio album, Psyclops Carnival, released in June 1986.
The album’s unique world blends heavy, aggressive sounds with a circus-like cheerfulness and eeriness, creating an irresistible allure.
It’s the perfect pick for a night when you want to blast away everyday frustrations and go all out with adrenaline.
I AM ROBOTTHE PHENOMENAUTS
The Phenomenauts formed in 2000 in Oakland, California.
They are known for songs that combine elements of psychobilly, punk rock, and new wave with futuristic sci-fi themes.
They were named the Best Live Band in California by the newspaper East Bay Express, and were also chosen as the Best Lifestyle Music Artist by SF Weekly.
Start here! A roundup of classic and iconic psychobilly songs from overseas (21–30)
Graveyard QueenZombie Ghost Train
Zombie Ghost Train is a psychobilly/gothic band formed in Sydney, Australia.
They are known for wearing zombie-style outfits featuring motifs like tears and bloodstains during live performances, as well as for the members’ distinctive hairstyles, such as Teddy Boy cuts and pompadours.