Ghostfire

Ghostfire is a band was active in the UK between 2008 and 2015 and then staged a comeback as a trio in 2021.

They performed at the first Asylum Steampunk Festival in 2009 and have shared the stage with Abney Park and others.

Guitarist/composer Andii Valo describes the sound as embracing “folk, shanty, spaghetti western, country, and Americana.” The other members are lead singer Steven Sheridan and drummer Alan Mogg.

Major releases: Skeleton Coast (2013), The Tyburn Jig And Other Popular Dances (2011)

Location: UK and Spain

Stories

Steampunk Bands Get in the Halloween Spirit With Seasonal Releases

Staff Report | Oct 27, 2021

They include symphonic gothic metal from Valentine Wolfe, a nautically themed number from Ghostfire, and an electro-swing collaboration by Madam Misfit and Victor and the Bully, plus Unwoman’s terrifying take on Dolly Parton’s “Jolene.”

New Music Videos: Ghostfire Continues Comeback and Unwoman Covers Halsey

Staff Report | Sep 8, 2021

Ghostfire released “Neptune’s Call,” the second single in its recent comeback, while Unwoman is out with a cover of Halsey’s “The Tradition.” Also: Victor Sierra is set to release a new song in remembrance of the Sept. 11, 2001 NYC terrorist attacks.

Steampunk Band Ghostfire Marks Return With ‘Five Points West of Hell’

Staff Report | Jul 28, 2021

The band was active in the UK steampunk scene between 2008 and 2015. Now staging a comeback, they released a new single and music video on July 12 and plan at least two more songs this year.