Halloweens

Halloween, an American heavy metal band, was established in Detroit, Michigan, in 1983. The original lineup included Rick Craig, Brian Thomas, George Neal, and Bill Whyte. Their debut album, “Don’t Metal with Evil,” was released on the Motor City Metal label in 1985. The band’s early sound often incorporated elements of shock rock, drawing inspiration from acts like Alice Cooper and Kiss, leading to their distinctive costumed performances.

Over the years, Halloween experienced several lineup changes and challenges. Work on their second album, “Victims of the Night,” began in 1986 but was not released until 1997 due to label issues and internal band disagreements. In 1990, they recorded a five-track demo titled “Vicious Demos.” A new lineup emerged in 1991 with additions like Tim Wright, Donny Allen, and Billy Adams, leading to the release of “No One Gets Out” that same year.

The band has continued to release material, including the compilation album “Tricks, Treats and Other Tales from the Crypt” in 2003, which featured re-recorded classic songs and a new track. This period marked a significant resurgence for the band, with what became known as the Halloween 4.0 lineup. They subsequently released “Horror Fire” and the EP “E.vil P.ieces” in 2006, and their album “Terrortory” was released in 2012, demonstrating their enduring presence in the heavy metal scene.