Misfits - Horror Business Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What inspired the cover artwork for the 'Horror Business' single?

   The cover artwork features a skeletal figure inspired by the titular character from the 1946 film serial 'The Crimson Ghost'. This figure became a mascot for the band and its skull image served as the Misfits' logo throughout their career.

2. When was the 'Horror Business' single first released?

   The first pressing of the 'Horror Business' single was issued by Danzig's own label Plan 9 Records on June 26, 1979. It consisted of 25 sleeveless black 7" vinyl copies.

3. What is the significance of the line 'Psycho '78' in the lyrics?

   The line 'Psycho '78' in the song 'Horror Business' is interpreted as a reference to the 1960 film 'Psycho', transposing the year when the film was released and when the song was recorded to 1978.

4. Who were the key band members involved in the recording of 'Horror Business'?

   The key band members involved in the recording were vocalist and songwriter Glenn Danzig, bassist Jerry Only, guitarist Bobby Steele, and drummer Joey Image.

5. How did the Misfits promote their song with a fictional backstory?

   Many copies of the 'Horror Business' single contained an insert with a fabricated story claiming it was recorded in an abandoned haunted house in New Jersey, and that strange voices and noises were heard in the background during mixing in a New York City studio.

6. What other songs were recorded during the same sessions as 'Horror Business'?

   During the sessions where 'Horror Business' was recorded, the Misfits also recorded 'Teenagers from Mars' and 'Children in Heat' from January 26 to February 5, 1979 at C.I. Studios in New York.