Murder By Death (band)

Murder by Death, formerly known as Little Joe Gould, is a five-piece rock band on Eyeball Records. Their name comes from Robert Moore's 1976 movie of the same name (See Murder by Death).

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Eyeball Records - Murder by Death

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The band often uses the horror movie motif, and creates an eerie sound accented by keyboard and cello. For example, their song Those Who Left, from their first full length album Like the Exorcist but More Breakdancing, is an eight minute instrumental, often played live in total darkness. Many songs use seemingly lighthearted themes, such as zombies, but are crafted in a way that the songs remain macabre and mysterious.

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Cello - Zombie

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Murder by Death was discovered by Thursday vocalist Geoff Rickly, who helped them get signed by Eyeball Records and produced their second album. He performs discrete background vocals in the song Killbot 2000. The two bands have played together a number of times.

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Thursday - Geoff Rickly

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The group has since become fairly popular, and has played with bands including Interpol, Cursive, and The Get Up Kids. They are currently working on a third full-length album. The album will be another concept album, with each song detailing a separate circle of Hell.

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Interpol - Cursive - The Get Up Kids - Concept album - Hell

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