LIFE OF AGONY BASSIST ALAN ROBERT TEAMS UP WITH GEEZER BUTLER'S SIGNATURE GEAR ENGINEER TO UNLEASH FUZZ OFF & DIE BASS FUZZ PEDAL
FUZZ OFF & DIE IS THE WORLD'S ANGRIEST OCTAGON
Alan Robert, bassist and co-founder of Life of Agony — a Metal Hall of Fame inductee whose landmark debut album River Runs Red was named by Rolling Stone as one of the "Greatest Metal Albums of All Time" — has partnered with legendary audio engineer Terry Welty to release Fuzz Off & Die, an octagon-shaped bass fuzz pedal designed to deliver ferocious aggression without sacrificing the weight and authority of the low end.
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Groove: The No Treble Podcast, Ep. 118: Alan Robert
Alan Robert has spent over three decades as the bassist and primary songwriter for the iconic hard rock band Life of Agony, but his creativity stretches far beyond music. Known for their powerful sound and emotional depth, Life of Agony’s debut album, River Runs Red, earned a place in Rolling Stone’s list of “One of the Greatest Metal Albums of All Time” (and I still consider it one of the best debuts). The band, which recently released the single “The Crow (In Memory of B.L.),” a tribute to The Crow’s Brandon Lee, continues to evolve and push the boundaries of rock music.
In this conversation, Alan shares some fascinating stories from his life, both on stage and off. As the band navigated the highs and lows of touring the world and building a dedicated fanbase, Alan developed a deep passion for the bass. His playing, influenced by bands like Metallica and Pink Floyd, has always been about more than just technique. Alan describes his approach to bass as serving the song, making sure it resonates emotionally with the listener.
Reflecting on the early days of Life of Agony, Alan talked about the excitement — and challenges — of being a young band on the road. The rough living conditions, the thrill of performing live, and the bond shared among bandmates all contributed to their unique chemistry. This chemistry helped the band create music that continues to connect deeply with fans, even decades later.
River Runs Red remains a fan favorite, and the band’s 2019 release The Sound of Scars (their sixth release!) received critical praise, reminding everyone that Life of Agony still has plenty to say.
But Alan’s creativity doesn’t stop with music. Outside of the band, he’s built a thriving career as a comic book artist and writer (and the man behind he Bettlejuice and Universal Monsters coloring books!). Alan’s work in comics has gained widespread acclaim. He reflected on the challenges of breaking into the comics industry as a musician, but his love for horror — fueled by classic films and a passion for storytelling — drove him to push forward. Balancing both careers hasn’t been easy, but Alan seems to thrive in that juggling act. He credits his ability to switch between music and art with keeping him creatively energized. He also hinted at some exciting new projects in the works, including potential adaptations of his comics into films and television shows.
For fans of both Life of Agony and Alan’s comic work, it’s clear that his drive to create is unstoppable. Whether on stage or at the drawing board, Alan Robert continues to inspire with his relentless passion for both music and art.
Enjoy this inspiring conversation… stream here: https://www.notreble.com/buzz/2024/10/05/groove-episode-118-alan-robert/
Life of Agony Teams Up with DIXXON Flannel on New Apparel Line
Life of Agony has teamed up apparel maker DIXXON Flannel on a new line of merch. Inspired by the classic Life of Agony logo and colors, designed by bassist/vocalist Alan Robert, the clothing line is perfect for fall weather and concerts! DIXXON has had past collabs with countless bands such as Metallica, Slipknot, and others. Order the clothing line at the link here: https://www.dixxon.com/products/life-of-agony-flannel
PLAYBOY EXCLUSIVE: A Conversation with Artist Alan Robert on the Making of The Official Beetlejuice Coloring Book
Playboy’s Regan Leah sat down with musician and illustrator Alan Robert to chat about the making of his new hit Beetlejuice coloring book! Head over to Playboy for the scoop >
Life of Agony Pays Homage to The Crow’s Brandon Lee with New Song and Video
Life of Agony has a long history of paying homage to the films that helped shape their teenage years. Back in 1995, the band covered Simple Minds’ Don’t You (Forget About Me) on the group’s Ugly album; the song was made famous by the movie The Breakfast Club. In 1997, on their album Soul Searching Sun, a music video for the song Desire incorporated visuals reminiscent of Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. That tradition continues with a brand-new original track titled The Crow (In Memory of B.L.), which pays tribute to the fallen star Brandon Lee, who tragically lost his life during the filming of the cult-classic, released 30 years ago.
Life of Agony’s The Crow (In Memory of B.L.) was recorded in New York City at the legendary Sear Sound studio, best known for hit albums by David Bowie and John Lennon, as well as at The Nest Studio, in Long Island, NY. The song was recorded, produced, and mixed by LOA’s guitarist Joey Zampella (who also co-produced the group’s last album The Sound of Scars). The song was mastered by Grammy-award winner Howie Weinberg (Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Red Hot Chili Peppers).
With 2024 marking the 30th anniversary of Brandon Lee’s Crow film, and all of the controversy surrounding the new Bill Skarsgård remake, Life of Agony felt inspired to go back and give respect to the ‘94 film that made such a huge impact on them during their early years.
“There’s something very special about the original Crow that made it timeless, and there’s a reason that it resonated with us as kids,” explained LOA bassist Alan Robert. “It was an absolute tragedy… Brandon Lee was killed the year we did our first album River Runs Red, and by the time The Crow came out in ‘94, he was already a legend. Brandon completely embodied the role, made it iconic, and lost his life in the process. It was just so incredibly sad and affected us deeply. He was such a charismatic character and in the very beginning stages of his career. Director Alex Proyas captured lightning in a bottle.”
A music video for Life of Agony’s The Crow (In Memory of B.L.) was filmed and edited in New York by Derek Soto of Sinestra Studios with motion graphics created by The Dor Brothers. The clip was produced by Chris White (Doors, Portals, V/H/S Viral) and Life of Agony.
"We thought that creating a song and a sound that would seamlessly fit on the original film's soundtrack would be a perfect way to honor Brandon and his legacy," said LOA guitarist Joey Zampella.
Photo credit: Marissa Ann / Scryer Photo
Universal Monsters: The Official Coloring Book by Alan Robert is an Amazon #1 Best Seller
Upon its July 16, 2024 release, Universal Monsters: The Official Coloring Book illustrated by Alan Robert became an Amazon #1 Best Seller, #1 New Release, and #1 Most Wished For in its Horror Movies category. The book is published by Insight Editions in collaboration with Universal Pictures, and distributed by Simon & Schuster. Watch the trailer, here >
The creator of best-selling coloring book series The Beauty of Horror, Alan Robert, brings the iconic creatures of the Universal Classic Monsters films to life in this new coloring book for adults. Add your own artistic touch to Dracula, Frankenstein’s monster, the Mummy, and more in Universal Monsters: The Official Coloring Book.
Relish in the haunting spirit of classic movie monsters with more than 60 pages of detailed, terrifying illustrations of spine-chilling characters and horrifying moments from the legendary Universal Pictures monster films. Color in frightening scenes of Henry Frankenstein and Fritz horrifying resurrection of The Monster; Imhotep’s rise from the dead; Bela’s dramatic, harrowing fortunes; and more!
Universal Monsters: The Official Coloring Book features all-new illustrations by Alan Robert, best-selling coloring book artist of the Beauty of Horror coloring book series, inspired by iconic films, from Frankenstein and Count Dracula to The Wolf Man, Creature from the Black Lagoon, and more!
BEST-SELLING COLORING BOOK ARTIST: Illustrated by Alan Robert, dubbed “The King of Horror Coloring Books” by Revolver Magazine, and creator of “The World’s Creepiest Adult Coloring Book”
60+ COLORING PAGES: Universal Monsters: The Official Coloring Book contains over 60 pages of dozens of terrifying, yet intricate designs—perfect for hours of coloring!
BELOVED CHARACTERS: Featuring ready-to-color, detailed illustrations of Universal Classic Monsters characters, Frankenstein’s Monster, the Monster’s Bride, Dracula, the Wolf Man, the Mummy, the Invisible Man, the Phantom, and Gill-man
MEMORABLE MOMENTS: Created by fans for fans, the most celebrated and memorable moments and scares are captured here in captivating art. Gill-Man lifting Kay from the waters! Frankenstein making his monster alive! The Phantom hanging from the chandelier high above the Paris Opera House! They’re all here.
OFFICIAL COLORING BOOK: Created in collaboration with Universal Pictures, the studio behind the iconic Universal Classic Monsters films
COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Complete your horror coloring book collection with It: The Official Coloring Book and Chucky: The Official Coloring Book, also available.
BEETLEJUICE: THE OFFICIAL COLORING BOOK ILLUSTRATED BY LIFE OF AGONY BASSIST ALAN ROBERT AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER
News is out… my upcoming book is the ghost with the most! If you’re a huge Beetlejuice fan like me, you’ll definitely appreciate all the little details in this one. Pretty much every scene from the movie is included… and there’s over 60 pages of illustrations. This drops Sept. 3rd EVERYWHERE!
“The creator of the best-selling coloring book series The Beauty Of Horror, Alan Robert, intricately illustrates the most recognizable and beloved scenes of the ghost with the most from Tim Burton’s renowned 1988 film in Beetlejuice: The Official Coloring Book!
The mischievous world of Beetlejuice comes to life in Beetlejuice: The Official Coloring Book, ready to be colored! Alan Robert, renowned illustrator of The Beauty Of Horror coloring book series, hand-draws rich, detailed illustrations that evoke the haunting spirit of the infamous bio-exorcist as he tempts the Maitlands, terrorizes Lydia Deetz and her family, counters Otho’s over-the-top hijinks, and highlights all the frights and sights revealed in the afterlife. With more than 60 pages of captivating illustrations from the cult classic film, fans can chant Beetlejuice... Beetlejuice...Beetlejuice: The Official Coloring Book to conjure up hours of strange and unusual fun among the recently deceased.”
EXCLUSIVE BLACKCRAFT x BEAUTY OF HORROR SHIRT DESIGN
https://www.blackcraftcult.com/products/living-my-best-afterlife
Global clothing and lifestyle brand, Blackcraft Cult, known for their unique, gothic-inspired designs has teamed up with Beauty of Horror creator/Life of Agony bassist Alan Robert for an exclusive shirt design titled “Living My Best Afterlife”. The new swag features Robert’s popular character Ghouliana from the bestselling Beauty of Horror coloring book series.
Insight Editions Announces Official Universal Monsters Coloring Book Illustrated by Critically-Acclaimed Artist Alan Robert
The Official Universal Monsters Coloring Book by Alan Robert
Bloody Disgusting scoop: https://shorturl.at/ghoWX
[October 12, 2023] — The creator of best-selling coloring book series The Beauty of Horror, Alan Robert, brings the iconic creatures of the Universal Monsters films to life in a new coloring book for adults from pop culture publisher Insight Editions, created in collaboration with Universal Pictures, the studio behind the iconic Universal Classic Monsters films.
Relish in the haunting spirit of classic movie monsters with more than 60 pages of detailed, terrifying illustrations of spine-chilling characters and horrifying moments from the legendary Universal Pictures monster films. Color in frightening scenes of Henry Frankenstein and Fritz horrifying resurrection of The Monster; Imhotep’s rise from the dead; Bela’s dramatic, harrowing fortunes; and more!
Universal Monsters: The Official Coloring Book, releasing July 2024, features all-new illustrations by Robert inspired by iconic characters, like Frankenstein’s Monster, the Monster’s Bride, Dracula, the Wolf Man, the Mummy, the Invisible Man, the Phantom, and Gill-Man.
Created by fans for fans, this officially licensed coloring book captures memorable moments and scares in Robert’s captivating artwork, such as Gill-Man lifting Kay from the waters or the Phantom hanging from the chandelier high above the Paris Opera House.
New York Comic-Con 2023 attendees can stop by the Insight Editions booth this week to meet Alan Robert and get a card signed by the artist.
About the Illustrator
Alan Robert is the critically-acclaimed creator of The Beauty of Horror, a bestselling series of horror-themed adult coloring books, and has written and illustrated several hit graphic novels: Wire Hangers, Crawl to Me, Killogy, and Pantera’s Vulgar Display of Power. Robert is also an accomplished musician and lyricist. His band Life of Agony was praised by Rolling Stone, who dubbed their debut album River Runs Red as “one of the greatest metal albums of all time.” A Brooklyn native, Robert's journey as a comic book creator began at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, where he attended on a scholarship and studied cartooning under legendary Thor comic writer/artist Walt Simonson.
About Insight Editions
Insight Editions pushes the boundaries of creativity, design, and production with award-winning books and collectibles. From collaborations with innovators like James Cameron and Guillermo del Toro to partnerships with global brands including Warner Bros. and Disney, Insight Editions creates stories and experiences for fans, readers, and seekers of all ages that transcend the page. The dynamic catalog ranges from pop culture to photography to cooking to nature conservation.
Universal Monsters: The Official Coloring Book
Illustrated by Alan Robert
Insight Editions 8.5 x 11 in 64 pages
Softbound $12.99
ISBN: 979-8-88663-415-0 On Sale Date: 7/16/2024
ALAN ROBERT’S NEW YORK COMIC CON SIGNING SCHEDULE! plus a MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT coming!
ALAN ROBERT’S NEW YORK COMIC CON SIGNING SCHEDULE! Here’s where I’ll be… plus a MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT coming!
SATURDAY 10/14
Insight Editions (Booth # 3418): 1-2pm
Z2 Comics (Booth # 4509): 3-4pm
Signing Pantera graphic novels!
SUNDAY 10/15
IDW Publishing (Booth # HB905): 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Signing The Beauty of Horror
Z2 Comics (Booth # 4509): 3-4pm
Signing Pantera graphic novels!
#nycc IDW Publishing Insight Editions Z2 Comics #nycomiccon #nycc2023 #alanrobert photo by Marissa Ann
Z2 Comics Rocks NY Comic Con with Dee Snider, Alan Robert, GWAR, & Halestorm Signing
In good company at New York Comic Con’s Z2 Comics signing! Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider, Halestorm, GWAR, & Life of Agony’s Alan Robert
SPOILER NYC HEADLINES DINGBATZ'S PUNK & HARDCORE NIGHT SAT. SEPT. 30TH
SAT. SEPT. 30TH: DINGBATZ (CLIFTON, NJ)
SPOILER NYC, KINGS NEVER DIE, THE TAKE, THE ICE COLD KILLERS, INCENDIARY DEVICE
Doors at 7pm | $15 Advance | $20 at the door
ALL AGES, 21+ to drink
620 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013
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Alan Robert Signature Bass Strings From Von Frankenstein Monster Gear
Von Frankenstein Monster Gear™ announces the release of two new sets of artist signature strings in collaboration with Life of Agony bassist Alan Robert.
“Alan Robert’s Agonizers™ and Ten Ton Terror™ Stainless Steel Bass Strings deliver uncompromising tone with the utmost durability. Meticulously handcrafted one string at a time, these new signature strings by VFMG are ready to handle whatever players throw down.” —BASS MUSICIAN MAGAZINE
Alan Robert Joins Bowling For Soup's Jaret Reddick & Gary Wiseman on The Rockstar Dad Show!
Bowling For Soup's Jaret Reddick & Gary Wiseman host The Rockstar Dad Show! Life of Agony bassist and Beauty of Horror creator Alan Robert joined the podcast as a guest. Check out the full interview up on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Ffw4qnuBg5Q?t=1925
LIFE OF AGONY & SICK OF IT ALL HIT THE ROAD TOGETHER
Celebrating 30 years of their groundbreaking debut 'River Runs Red', Life of Agony hits North America and Canada with fellow New Yorkers Sick of It All + special guests Coventry Carols. Tickets available at https://lifeofagony.com
LIFE OF AGONY ANNOUNCES “30 YEARS OF RIVER RUNS RED” WORLD TOUR
Next year marks three decades since LIFE OF AGONY’s critically acclaimed, debut album River Runs Red was released on Roadrunner Records, and the group is celebrating the milestone with a 2023 world tour. The first leg of Life of Agony’s “30 Years of River Runs Red” tour kicks off in Europe with dates starting on Friday the 13th of January in Bochum, Germany and ending in Milton Keynes, England on February 11th. Main support will be fellow New York veterans Prong (in Europe) and Madball (in the UK), with rock duo Tarah Who? opening all dates. USA & Canadian dates start up in March with Sick Of It All. Tickets: http://www.lifeofagony.com. More territories will be announced shortly.
Rolling Stone hailed Life of Agony’s “River Runs Red” as being “one of the greatest metal albums of all time.”
“River Runs Red was an album that helped so many people get through some really dark times,” explains Life of Agony bassist Alan Robert. “It was raw, heavy, and extremely emotional when it dropped back in ’93. We had no idea the impact it would have on that generation, let alone being able to see it have such longevity three decades later. It is a complete honor and full circle experience for us to celebrate this moment with our longtime friends Prong and Madball, who were both there in the very beginning of the band’s history.”
LIFE OF AGONY ‘30 YEARS OF RIVER RUNS RED’ WORLD TOUR 2023
Life of Agony will perform their classic debut album 'RIVER RUNS RED' in its entirety!
With Prong & Tarah Who? in Europe
With Madball & Tarah Who? in U.K.
With Sick Of It All & Special Guests in USA/Canada
Tickets: http://www.lifeofagony.com
Tour Promo video (Europe & UK): https://youtu.be/oS995OZnPoY
1/07/23: FYA Fest - Tampa, FL
****EUROPE****
With: PRONG + TARAH WHO?
1/13/23: Matrix - Bochum, Germany
1/15/23: Voxhall - Aarhus, Denmark
1/17/23: Gruenspan - Hamburg, Germany
1/18/23: Huxley - Berlin, Germany
1/19/23: Proxima - Warsaw, Poland
1/21/23: Futurum - Prague, Czech Republic
1/22/23: Arena - Vienna, Austria
1/23/23: Backstage Werk - Munich, Germany
1/25/23: Dynamo - Zurich, Switzerland
1/26/23: Ebullition - Bulle, Switzerland
1/28/23: Trix - Antwerp, Belgium
1/29/23: Le Forum - Vaureal, France
1/31/23: The Black Lab - Wasquehal, France
2/01/23: Melkweg - Amsterdam, Netherlands
****U.K.****
With: MADBALL + TARAH WHO?
2/03/23: The Dome - London, England
2/04/23: Asylum - Birmingham, England
2/05/23: Rescue Rooms - Nottingham, England
2/07/23: Club Academy - Manchester, England
2/08/23: The Garage - Glasgow, Scotland
2/10/23: The 1865 - Southampton, England
2/11/23: Craufurd Arms - Milton Keynes, England
****USA/CANADA****
With: SICK OF IT ALL + Special Guests
3/09/23: Empire Underground - Albany, NY
3/11/23: Starland Ballroom - Sayreville, NJ
3/12/23: Phantom Power - Millersville, PA
3/14/23: Tally Ho Theater - Leesburg, VA
3/15/23: Soundstage - Baltimore, MD
3/17/23: Headliners Music Hall - Louisville, KY
3/18/23: Machine Shop - Flint, MI
3/19/23: The King Of Clubs - Columbus, OH
3/21/23: The Vixen - McHenry, IL
3/22/23: The Art Theater - Hobart, IN
3/24/23: Jergels - Pittsburgh, PA
3/25/23: The Foundry - Cleveland, OH
3/26/23: Lee's Palace - Toronto, ON
3/28/23: Brass Monkey - Ottawa, ON
3/29/23: Le Studio TD - Montreal, QC
3/30/23: Wally's - Hampton Beach, NH
4/01/23: Sherman Theater - Stroudsburg, PA
More dates to be announced....
Earlier in 2022, Life of Agony’s full-length documentary “The Sound of Scars”, directed by Leigh Brooks, was praised by fans as well as the media for taking a deep and personal look into the band member’s lives. Stories of domestic violence, substance abuse, and suicidal ideation came out through introspective interviews with the musicians themselves and their respective families. Kerrang raved about its “unflinching” take on family with a 5-star review and the BBC’s Jennie Kermode called it “a highly accomplished piece of work… a story full of pain and struggle.” The film is available for purchase or rent on multiple streaming platforms and is out now as a collector’s edition BluRay through Raven Banner Entertainment. Find out more at soundofscars.com.
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Alan Robert Featured in New Spoiler NYC Video "Banned in 38 States"
Alan Robert has been up to no good. Since he returned from touring the world with his band Life of Agony, he's been seen in New York City driving around in an old checkered cab dressed as Taxi Driver's Travis Bickle. Most recently, he was caught on video being arrested at the Lucky 13 Saloon in Brooklyn, NY.
It's all in good fun though. Robert has resurrected his punk rock trio Spoiler NYC to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the group's debut album with a pair of music videos and a brand-new, remastered release titled Banned in 38 States.
"I grew up on punk rock when it was dangerous. When burned out buildings lined Hell's Kitchen instead of these shiny, billion-dollar, high-rise condos. We're bringing back that raw, old-school angst with Spoiler NYC,” said Robert. “I remember the feeling that chaos could break out at any given moment…"
Watch Spoiler NYC's "Banned in 38 States" Music Video: https://youtu.be/UOLtTO8EQD8
Watch Spoiler NYC’s "Damaged Goods" Music Video: https://youtu.be/7G1hxEeyeKc
Both videos were directed by Derek Soto/Sinestra Studios with Marissa Ann/Scryer Photo.
Grammy-Award winner Ken Lewis, of Wu Tang Clan, Beastie Boys, and Eminem fame, produced and mixed Spoiler NYC’s “Banned in 38 States” and “Damaged Goods”. Both new songs are included on Spoiler NYC’s new album (also titled “Banned in 38 States”) along with 12 other remastered tracks that first appeared on the group’s 2007 debut “Grease Fire in Hell’s Kitchen”. Remastering was done by Life of Agony's Joey Zampella at The Nest Studio in Long Island, NY.
“Banned in 38 States” is available everywhere digitally right now, and on limited edition vinyl this Halloween. Vinyl pre-order: https://bit.ly/3SBOSc2
Spoiler NYC is: Alan Robert: Lead Vocals/Bass / Chris “Junkyard” Silletti: Guitar / Tommy “The Kid” Clayton: Drums
Spoiler NYC Website: https://www.spoilernyc.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spoilernyc
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spoilernyc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spoilernyc
Upcoming Shows:
Friday, 11/18/22: Lucky 13 Saloon, Brooklyn, NY. Spoiler NYC ‘Record Release Show’
Sunday, 12/11/22: Coney Island USA, 1208 Surf Ave. Brooklyn, NY. Matinee.
Sunday, 12/18/22: The Bowery Electric, NYC. All ages matinee.
About Alan Robert
Internationally renowned musician and graphic novelist, Alan Robert, is the creator of several critically acclaimed works: Wire Hangers, Crawl to Me, Killogy, and has illustrated lithographs, comics, and other merchandise for heavy metal giants such as Black Sabbath and Pantera. He is also the creator of the bestselling Beauty of Horror coloring book series for IDW/Penguin Random House. The hit adult coloring book series has sold a half a million books and continues to expand with new products such as action figures, tarot card sets, and guided journals. Robert has traversed the globe as the bassist/songwriter for seminal rock group Life of Agony for over three decades, and that experience was documented in the 2022 film “The Sound of Scars”. A Brooklyn native, Alan's journey as a comic book creator began at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, where he attended on a scholarship and studied cartooning under legendary Thor comic writer/artist Walter Simonson.
Alan Robert Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Black Sabbath's Vol. 4 with New Lithographs and Other Merchandise
Alan Robert illustrated and designed several items for heavy metal legends Black Sabbath, including Black Sabbath’s Vol. 4 50th Anniversary Collection. There are 18x14” lithographs, skate decks, and a variety of apparel. Check it out here: https://blacksabbathapparelshop.com
YAHOO: Alan Robert Goes Full ‘Taxi Driver’ in New Music Video
Watch the music video for Spoiler NYC’s "Damaged Goods": https://youtu.be/7G1hxEeyeKc
Renowned artist & musician Alan Robert, best known for being the primary songwriter and bassist for Life of Agony and the creator of the hit book series The Beauty of Horror, is also a man who would not take it anymore. Robert embraces his inner Travis Bickle in the new video for his punk rock side project Spoiler NYC. The band, along with director Derek Soto, hit the mean streets of New York City to recreate shots from Scorsese’s cult-classic Taxi Driver, with Robert in the iconic mohawk and unmistakable checkered cab.
“There’s no sicker feeling in the world than driving down the streets of New York in an old cab dressed like Travis Bickle,” laughs Robert. “Random strangers were running over to snap selfies with me, thinking we were filming a sequel or something!”
Spoiler NYC “Damaged Goods” Video. Photo by Marissa Ann/Scryer Photo
“It was truly a sight to behold Alan's transformation into Travis and his uncanny resemblance to DeNiro in the movie,” explained director Derek Soto. “It was an honor to be chosen to help bring Spoiler NYC’s vision and concept to life on camera, paying homage to a film that is one of my all-time favorites. I say with proud confidence that working on this music video has pushed my potential for future projects to come.”
Grammy-Award winner Ken Lewis, of Wu Tang Clan, Beastie Boys, and Eminem fame, produced and mixed “Damaged Goods”, which will appear on a new Spoiler NYC release titled “Banned in 38 States”. The upcoming album is a remastered 15th anniversary edition of the group’s 2007 debut “Grease Fire in Hell’s Kitchen”, along with two new tracks. All songs have been completely remastered by Life of Agony's Joey Zampella at The Nest Studio in Long Island, NY.
Spoiler NYC is:
Alan Robert: Lead Vocals/Bass
Chris “Junkyard” Silletti: Guitar
Tommy “The Kid” Clayton: Drums
SPOILER NYC's "Banned in 38 States" is OUT NOW on Digital!
Order the Vinyl: https://bit.ly/3Trmg5Q
iTunes: https://apple.co/3Rpwgec
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Q6Ynxs
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3q0cvOG
Pandora: https://bit.ly/3KwE0Zv
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3cBUvqH
Website: https://www.spoilernyc.com
