A hip-shakin' concoction of twisted, voodoo rock n roll and hell-catchy swamp anthems!
... sounds like a mighty good idea to turn it up to maximum volume...
We endorse ALL the wrong notes, bad girls, bad taste and a bad attitute.... voodoo voodoo!
Our debut EP Swampwater Shuffle (Aug 07) - features harrowing tales of trigger-happy vixens, cleaver-wielding high-steppers, lost love, and lost body parts... it's a wild mess of voodoo rhythms, twisted jazz and stompin' swamp!
"..this is a great EP from a refreshingly unique local band. The music is instantly catchy, danceable and accessible – whilst still remaining individual. I can’t wait for an album."
Dan Wright (Perthbands.com)
"Rocket to Memphis are the swamp masters.” Drum Perth
"Frontwoman Betty Bombshell oozes sex-appeal and charisma" Time Off, QLD
SWAMPWATER SHUFFLE is available in all good record stores throughout Australia, including Waterfront's online store:
Waterfront Records
You can also buy a copy online from our CD Baby page:
here and download individual tracks from iTunes.
Since the dawn of time, mankind's been twitchin' and grindin' to the crazy rhythms of the voodoo drums... Rocket to Memphis are here to stir up all those wild, primal feelings and blast you into orbit!
Performing "No Kissing at the Hop" at Mojos, March 2009 shot by Keith Morgan
Queen of the Voodoo Betty Bombshell and her stompin' quartet have cooked up a brand new platter of knee-tremblin' swampabilly and HIP-SHAKIN’ VOODOO, and it sure as hell lives up to it’s name... with an eye-popping cover by killer artist VINCE RAY, and 13 stompin', wickedly infectious toons - if you ain’t shakin’ all over after a dose of this, there ain’t NO hope for ya!
Hip-Shakin' Voodoo is available in good record stores across the globe and mail order direct from Raucous Records (just click on the banner below). If you live locally, you can pick up a copy from us, at our next gig - or from the following excellent establishments...
Perth: RED STRIPE Clothing, 78 Records, Planet Video and Rokeby Records
Melbourne: ROUTE 66 and Off the Hip Records
Sydney: FASTER PUSSYCAT, Red Eye Records and Mojo Music
THE VOODOO JAMBOREE album launch show
A big thank you to SUGAR BLUE BURLESQUE and all the fantastic musicians who took part in the Voodoo Jamboree, to launch our new album HIP SHAKIN' VOODOO, and helped to make it the spectacular old-style vaudeville event that it was. Please read our blog for all the details & check out the great pics in our photos.
Pic of Betty Bombshell shakin' it at the Jamboree by Chris McDonough.
Performing Bad Girl, at the Voodoo Jamboree
Shot by Keith Morgan
Big thanks to Josh and Babs for letting us take our new band shots at their spectacular club Deville's Pad, in East Perth. Shots from Devilles by Positively Hyped.
I edited my profile with Thomas Myspace Editor V4.4 (www.strikefile.com/myspace)
You and your minions are invited to HORRORSTUCK’s opening night of ghastly Rock'n'Roll mayhem. Conveniently located just minutes from the CBD, HORRORSTRUCK is Melbourne's only Horror-Surf/Psychobilly/Deathrock/Horrorpunk/Post-Punk Nightclub.
Come join us as DJ’s Zomboi, Bat Brains, Cicero, Bone Daddy, Dot Com and Nattfink play a spooktacular mix of horror-ific tracks amongst a party atmosphere like no other.
Complete with kitch horror decorations, dance floor, lounge, video screens, and a lavish bar; HORRORSTRUCK will rock your world!
Make sure you come dressed in your greatest horror inspired outfit for your chance to win great prizes. Zombies, Vampires, Werewolves and Flying Purple People Eaters all welcome.
The night will also feature: · A marathon screening of 80's claymation cartoon "The Trap Door" · Free popcorn all night long. · Tonnes of givaways including prizes for best dressed. · Drink specials throughought the night. ... with more more to be announced.
Entry is $8 on the door (or $7 with flyer) and Cloak is available
Friday August 7th, 9pm-3am Neverwhere, 185 Smtih St, Collingwood
Japanese Punk-A-Billy DICE FOR LIGHTS 7inc EP(555 limitations) out now !!!!
A side 1. DxFxL(Single version) 2. Never Close My Eyes B side 1. Video Killed The Radio Star(Single version/ by The Buggles) 2. King Rat(DxFxL version/by Guanabatz)
- Order - RUDE RUNNER RECORDS/RRR-001 www.myspace.com/ruderunnerrecords http://home1.catvmics.ne.jp/~tsh/ DICE FOR LIGHTS www.myspace.com/diceforlights
Hey there, thanks a lot for the add and the nice comment. You sound just great...enjoyed the listen. OK then...no snakes...what about some gators stompin''round your house? Love and hisses. LB
Hot Rods & High Rollers with Firebird Feat. Chris Nomad (ex Brian Setzer Orchestra) and Pete Belair (ex Nekromantix) plus Jordan and the Original Six plus Dirty Lindy. This Thursday 25 June at The Vanguard, Newtown. Dont Miss Out! Book Now! call the box office 90206959
Hey, 2 of us were in a band with 3 of the last band that commented- spoooooooooky! Anyways- we're back an aint goin nowhere so next time yer in Melbs we'll hook up!
We are heading of on Aug 10th. We want to stop in Melbourne on the way there and catch up with Miss Krystal Knife. We might try to squeeze in a show too. We have got a few shows lined up in the US but if you know any body there, who could help us out to get a support, we would really appreciate it. Hope all is greasy in the swamps out WA. Take care and cheers, Johnny Moondog.
hey guys, come party with us if nothing planned this sat 13th june@ noise bar in brunswick. Anember will be dressing the stage with various sculpture and lighting fx and some new tunes! more details at our page.cheers.
Hi RTM, I put some photos from Sunday's benefit show up, over here: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=2738146&id=717923985&ref=mf#/album.php?aid=117580&id=717923985
Hey……… Thanks for being our friend over the years…... We're about to release in a few weeks our new 5th CD….”SIGNS” Have a preview listen and a look at our new myspace face lift for the promo for it..... The Streamliners sending you some good vibes for 2009.
Thank you for being our friend. Please have a look at our profile, listen our music and give us your opinion. Greetings from Rennes, France. The CHICKEN THIEVES
