The Pentagram String Band

About

The Pentagram String Band, also known as Johnny Lawhorn and The Pentagram String Band, is a musical group based in Kansas City, Missouri. They describe their unique sound as "satanic bluegrass," blending traditional bluegrass instrumentation with elements of gothic folk, punk, and thrash metal. Their lyrical themes often delve into dark subject matter, including misery, death, and the occult. The band features a lineup centered around founder Johnny Lawhorn (banjo, guitar, vocals), alongside members such as Dustin Johnson on upright bass and Nailz Newton on mandolin. Since their emergence, they have released several albums including Buskers' Boneyard (2019), Trash Compactor (2020), and Blood Blood Blood (2023). They are known for their high-energy performances and a style that remains suspicious of traditional bluegrass norms.

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