Rocket From the Crypt to Release Album October 24
The band will debut their new vinyl-only record Scream, Frankenstein, Scream! at a concert in San Diego.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Alternative
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On October 24, 2026, Rocket From the Crypt will release their new album, Scream, Frankenstein, Scream!, at a performance at the San Diego House of Blues. The record features rescued 1995 session material recovered by fans.
Why it matters
The project represents a unique collaboration between the band and its fanbase, who collectively tracked down and purchased lost master tapes from an online liquidation auction.
The album is exclusively available on vinyl and limited to 5 scheduled concert dates. The collection consists of recovered 16-track master tapes originally recorded in 1995.
The players
Rocket From the Crypt
This influential rock band originally formed in San Diego and is known for their high-energy performances.
Zeus Apollo
This band is based in Austin, Texas, and serves as a supporting act for the current tour.
The details
To salvage the deteriorated 1995 studio tapes, the band utilized a reptile egg incubator to remove moisture and stabilize the magnetic components. The exclusive vinyl copies will only be available for purchase at the band's five upcoming concert dates.
Timeline
Original recording sessions for the master tapes occurred in 1995.
Fans identified the master tapes on an auction site in January 2026.
The album release and House of Blues concert take place on October 24, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The reliance on analog tape recording formats remains a hallmark of niche rock music production, even as modern digital studio standards have largely superseded the physical medium. This project highlights the ongoing interest in archival analog music production by reviving historical tape recordings.
Fans can only obtain the new vinyl record by attending one of the five designated concert dates. The band will showcase songs from the new collection live during their performance at the San Diego House of Blues.
The takeaway
The recovery of the band's master tapes demonstrates the significant role dedicated fanbases play in preserving music history through online marketplaces. Collectors should note that the limited nature of this physical release creates high scarcity for the upcoming shows.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by San Diego Reader.
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