Enigmatic British trio, Virgin Vampires, is set to unleash ferocious second album, Whores And Judaism, on Rune Serpent Europa. Marking a dramatic stylistic shift from their electronic debut, the new album plunges headfirst into a raw, unadulterated realm of classic gothic and post-punk, cementing the band’s position as a formidable force in the contemporary dark music scene.
Out now as both single and video is ‘Caligulae Insanus Imperator‘ that kicks off the album with a raw and unadulterated plunge into classic gothic and post-punk, showcasing the band’s shift away from electronics towards a heavier, more authentic 80s sound.
Featuring Latin lyrics, the song opens with a crude dance and a powerfully delirious pace, setting the tone for the album’s often provocative and anti-Christian themes. This track fully embodies Virgin Vampires’ new sound, moving beyond their electronic origins into a more traditional gothic and post-punk style. It also features the powerful vocal contributions of Uela, seamlessly integrating with the male voices to create a complete and cohesive sound.
Speaking about their approach, the band said, “We’ve poured our hearts and souls into this album. For us, this isn’t just another album; it’s a testament to respecting tradition while pushing the boundaries of modern music.”
Whores And Judaism signals a significant change for the band, with every trace of electronics shed in favour of searing guitars, driving rhythms, and a truly authentic 80s atmosphere. This pivotal release also sees Uela – known for her work in sister project Pink Panther Project – stepping into the vocal spotlight, her contributions seamlessly alternating with the two male voices to create a complete and cohesive sound.
The album features a powerful guest appearance from Lisa Hammer of Requiem In White, lending her formidable vocal talents to the track ‘Beautiful’.
The 11 tracks crumble powerfully, one after another, showcasing a relentless energy. The album opens with the crude dance of ‘Caligulae Insanus Imperator’ featuring Latin lyrics and a powerfully delirious pace. Catacomb dances continue with the two versions of ‘Martyrdoms And Crucifixions I and II’ which underpin the album’s often blasphemous and anti-Christian themes. ‘Are They Real Or just Me?’ features psychopathic lyrics and a distinctly British gait, reminiscent of Red Lorry Yellow Lorry. ‘Tibet’ features Indian lyrics, while ‘Medusa’ remains faithful to the album’s powerful vocal delivery and catchy chorus. The album culminates with ‘I Feel Dead Here’, an almost Arabic, desert-like piece with guitars and an atmosphere that evokes the best of Rozz Williams and Christian Death.
Whores And Judaism is available in two limited edition vinyl formats: 250 copies on Black LP and 250 copies on Red LP, and available here, and on digital platforms here.
The album’s first single, ‘At The Cemetery’, tells the tale of a party in a graveyard. This pogo-inducing track, marked by a haunting death bell, has already garnered attention on various compilations and is destined to become a genuine hit. The accompanying video can be viewed here at RAMzine and is streaming on most major streaming services.
‘At The Cemetery’ is available here and you can check out the video below.
