![]() It’s weird to think that losing Frank and gaining Efrem might have been the best thing to happen to Voodoo Glow Skulls, but that’s where my head is right now. The vibe is completely different, and it seems like they’re having fun again. Livin’ the Apocalypse sounds like a classic Voodoo Glow Skulls album, and it makes me so happy. There’s an energy and excitement to the music on this album that hasn’t been heard in a while. After listening to it for at least a half dozen times, I can confidently say this album is Voodoo’s best album since Band Geek Mafia. I wanted this album to be good and was so nervous that it just wouldn’t work. They’re a band that is very important to me for many reasons. My first date with my now wife was a Goldfinger / Voodoo Glow Skulls show. Personally, I’ve been a fan of the band for almost 25 years now. If you’re an older fan of the band, and have some apprehension about Livin’ the Apocalypse, you’re really worrying for no reason. ![]() Schulz also has a great voice that compels you to listen to what he’s singing – and to sing along when you learn the words. Vocally, things sounds a bit more “metal,” but the energy is off the charts. He really does complement the traditional “Voodoo” sound extremely well. In fact, Efrem’s experience with Death By Stereo lends itself really well to the ska core flavor of Voodoo Glow Skulls. Sure, the raspy vocal style of Frank Casillas is missing with the switch to Efrem, but that shock is over by the time “Make America Skank Again” ends. To put it bluntly, I’m happy to report this album absolutely rips. Now, with Livin’ the Apocalypse, fans finally get to hear what this new-look Voodoo Glow Skulls can do. They’ve been playing the classics and hits live. ![]() Up until this point, the band hasn’t released any new music. Death by Stereo lead singer Efrem Schulz answered the call, and the band never missed a beat. I don’t think anyone would have blamed Voodoo Glow Skulls if they called it quits after that, but they persevered. Sure, it’s a big deal when any band loses a lead singer, but when the lead singer is also related to the other founding members of the band, it just hits different. When it comes to Voodoo, the biggest change was the departure of the band’s original lead singer in 2017. A lot has happened in the world and with Voodoo Glow Skulls since the release of their last full-length in 2012. ![]()
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