Mother Ghost Pays Homage to Mexican Luchador Films in Their Video for “Radio Fantasma”

I sing the body electric
I got my ticket to help
I need somebody to pick me up
‘Cause there’s nothing left here to tell.

Hailing from Houston, Mother Ghost is the creative work of two brothers, Oscar and Thomas Flores. They draw from the raw aggression of early post-punk, the catchy grooves of 80s New Wave, and the pounding beats of house music, creating a sound that’s as eclectic as it is electric. Think Gang of Four, Wire, Wall of Voodoo, with a dash of Franz Ferdinand. We promise, the hook will be stuck in your head for hours.

Their latest release, Radio Fantasma, tackles heavy themes like police brutality, class struggles, the longing for family, and navigating the daily grind. The title track, steeped in 70s dance punk, tells a tale of seeking a fresh start and escaping a dead-end life. The protagonist finds solace and unity in the radio’s melodies, blending English and Spanish lyrics to underscore a deep connection to family and culture – right down to the Latin-flavoured outro.

Despite life’s hurdles, the radio’s tunes offer a comforting constant, a lifeline through the chaos.

The music video is a tribute to classic Mexican luchador films, featuring brawling boxers in a dimly lit ring. They tear off in luchador masks to their next escapade, all with a major 80s buddy cop vibe, complete with freeze frames. It’s gritty, it’s bold, and it’s a wild nod to a bygone era.

Watch the video for “Radio Fantasma” below:

Originally formed as a straightforward three-piece punk outfit, Mother Ghost slimmed down to a duo after burning through a string of drummers. This twist of fate led them to embrace drum machines and sequencers, opening new doors in their songwriting. They started blending the electrifying beats of late 80s and early 90s dance music with the gritty riffs and experimental edge of contemporary post-punk. Songs are rewritten, rearranged, and mutated until they hit that perfect sequence, a relentless pursuit of the right rhythm and riff.

Mother Ghost’s Radio Fantasma will be out July 19th on Geodesic Records. Listen to Radio Fantasma below and pre-order here.

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