Won't Stay Dead

Horror Punk · Grunge · New Wave•Chicago

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2017 - Present

About

Won't Stay Dead is a horror-themed punk band from Chicago that blends catchy melodic hooks and vocal harmonies with macabre lyrics. Formed in 2017, the band features vocalists Violet Staley and Saffron Lair (bass) along with Tyler Palermo (drums). While their early work, including the 2021 debut LP 'Purgatory', was strictly inspired by horror cinema, their late 2025 release 'Vindication' (via Red Scare Industries) shifted toward more personal themes of feminine rage, betrayal, and failed relationships. They are a staple of the Midwest underground scene and frequently perform in Wisconsin cities like Milwaukee and Madison.