Today’s video of the day is Stabbing Westward – “Dead and Gone” released in 2001.
Stabbing Westward, the American industrial rock band, released the music video for “Dead and Gone” in 2022. The song is part of their album Chasing Ghosts. Directed by Vincente Cordero of Industrialism Films, the video captures the band’s dark and powerful aesthetic. Stabbing Westward was founded in 1985 in Chicago, Illinois. The band disbanded in 2002 but reunited in 2016. Their journey began with the debut album Ungod in 1994. The lineup for this album included Christopher Hall on vocals and keyboards, Walter Flakus on keyboards, Jim Sellers on bass, Stuart Zechman on guitars and bass, and David Suycott on drums.
Their second album, Wither, Blister, Burn & Peel, saw some changes in the lineup. Christopher Hall took on vocals and guitar, Andy Kubiszewski played drums, guitar, and provided backing vocals and programming, Walter Flakus handled keyboards, guitar, and programming, and Jim Sellers continued on bass and guitar. This album solidified their place in the industrial rock scene. In 1998, they released Darkest Days. The lineup for this album featured Christopher Hall on vocals and guitar, Walter Flakus on keyboards, Andy Kubiszewski on drums, keyboards, backing vocals, and guitar, Marcus Eliopulos on guitar, and Jim Sellers on bass. This album is often regarded as one of their best works, showcasing their signature sound.
The self-titled album Stabbing Westward was released in 2001. The lineup included Christopher Hall on vocals, Walter Flakus on programming, guitar, and keyboards, Jim Sellers on bass, and Andy Kubiszewski on drums. This album marked a period of evolution in their music style. After a hiatus, the band reunited in 2016 and eventually released Chasing Ghosts in 2022. “Dead and Gone,” a standout track from this album, brings their iconic sound into the modern era. The music video, directed by Vincente Cordero, complements the song’s intense and haunting vibe. Stabbing Westward’s music has evolved over the years, but their essence remains the same. The release of Chasing Ghosts and the “Dead and Gone” video show their enduring appeal. Fans old and new can appreciate the band’s journey and their continued impact on the industrial rock genre.
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