Hellbound Glory

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Hellbound Glory
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Leroy Virgil of Hellbound Glory
Background information
Origin Reno, Nevada, United States
Genres
Years active2005–present
Labels Black Country Rock
MembersLeroy Virgil
Chuck Bradley
Yotes
Past membersChad Kortan
Johnnie Fingers
Nick Swimley
Frank Medina
Zeke Wooldridge
TJ Byrnes
Francis Valentino
Adam Kowalski
Bård G. Faust Eithun
Andrew Barron
Eric Peterson
Website www.hellboundglory.tumblr.com

Hellbound Glory is an American country and roots rock band formed in Reno, Nevada, in 2008 by singer-songwriter Leroy Virgil. The band has released seven studio albums.

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Formation and History

The band formed in 2008 after founding member, Leroy Virgil, relocated to Reno, Nevada. Originally from the town of Aberdeen, Washington, where he played in the band Soilent Green, Virgil was inspired by this environment to form a band. "It's influenced by the Reno nightlife, experiences I’ve had, women I’ve met, fights I’ve gotten into—the local bar scene in general." [1] Describing the band's style as “Americana”, Virgil credited his influences as Hank Williams, Nirvana, and Hank Williams Jr. [2]

Touring and Appearances

Hellbound Glory has toured in North America and Europe. In 2012, the band performed as a featured artist on Kid Rock's Chillin’ the Most cruise [3] and again supported Kid Rock in 2013 on the Rebel Soul Tour (28 dates) along with Buckcherry; [4] the first leg of which was publicly announced on November 27, 2012. [5]

2013 included two dates in support of Kid Rock and ZZ Top as part of the headliner's "Best Night Ever" package at DTE Energy Music Theatre in Clarkston, Michigan. [6]

2014 tour dates included East Coast support with Leon Russell. [7]

Hellbound Glory supported active rock band 10 Years in March 2014, in support of the headliner's acoustic tour. [8]

2023 saw Hellbound Glory tour in England. [9]

In The Media

Hellbound Glory is generally perceived in the media as a distinctive and influential band within the Americana and country music scenes. Savingcountrymusic.com highlights the band's energetic performances and the song writing prowess of lead singer Leroy Virgil. [10]

The band is recognized for its authentic sound, defined by blending traditional country influences with elements of rock and roots music. Media outlets frequently describe their music as evocative of the vibrant nightlife and experiences of Reno, Nevada (where the band was formed).

Discography

Undertow (2023)

In February 2023, Hellbound Glory flew to England to record a session with music producers Paul Gorry and George Shilling, after they caught a show with Shooter and Leroy at the Whisky a Go Go in Hollywood. The first single from the session was released in July 2023 and was described as "not of this world". The recordings take a lot of influence from Irish and British folk music, using Uilleann pipes and a string section.

Nobody Knows You (2022)

Again produced by Shooter Jennings and released on his Black Country Rock label, it takes its name from a cover of the old blues standard “Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out”. [11]

Track list:

  1. "Reeling Down"
  2. "13 Corners"
  3. "Can't Wait to Never See You Again"
  4. "Word Gets Around"
  5. "Nobody Knows You"
  6. "Evacuation Song"
  7. "My Woman's Whiskey Kiss"
  8. "Wednesday's Women"
  9. "Didn't Die Young (Ain't Done Trying)"
  10. "Trouble in Mind"

Pure Scum (2020)

Produced by Shooter Jennings and recorded in L.A.'s Echo Park neighborhood, it features eight new songs from Leroy with a couple rearrangements of traditionals.

Track list:

  1. "Ragged but Alright"
  2. "Wild Orchid"
  3. "Someone to Use"
  4. "Loose Slots"
  5. "Dial 911"
  6. "Neon Leon"
  7. "Renowhere"
  8. "Damned Angel"
  9. "Hank Williams Lifestyle"
  10. "DUIORDIE"

Pinball (2017)

Hellbound Glory's first release for Shooter Jennings's Black Country Rock label, and their first album in six years. Originally released in November 2017, it was re-released on Record Store Day 2018. The new release included "(Livin' That Way) You Better Hope You Die Young", recorded as a duet with Tanya Tucker.

Track list:

  1. "'Merica (The Good Ole U.S.A.)"
  2. "That's Just What I Am"
  3. "Six Strings Away"
  4. "Vandalism Spree"
  5. "Sun Valley Blues #3 (Bloodweiser)"
  6. "Empty Bottles"
  7. "Pinball"
  8. "Delta Dawn"
  9. "Hellbound Blues"
  10. "Another Bender Might Break Me"
  11. "Blue Yodel Number 5 (California Blues)"

LV (2014)

"Describing the new music," Virgil stated, "it's a little more stripped-down and acoustic just because that's what I wanted to do with this song. I would say it's a little bit deeper than some of my old stuff." [12] The EP was recorded entirely at Oceanside Recording Studio in Aberdeen, WA. [13] "LV" was officially released May 13, 2014.

Track list: [14]

  1. "Streets of Aberdeen"
  2. "Just A Shell"
  3. "So Nervous, No Service"
  4. "Small Township"
  5. "Goodnight, Irene"

Damaged Goods (2011)

Damaged Goods has been described as an album whose characters "are people that are easy to relate to. Like many of us, they are trying their best to make the most of their lives, but despite their efforts they seem destined to fail," [15] "Damaged Goods" was originally released in 2011.

Track list: [16]

  1. "Bastard Child"
  2. "White Wolf"
  3. "You Better Hope You Die Young"
  4. "Til The lights go out"
  5. "Lost Cause"
  6. "Knocked Off the Horse"
  7. "She Left Me in Modesto"
  8. "Gonna be a Goner"
  9. "Barroom Beauty"
  10. "Livin' with the Shades Pulled Down"

Old Highs New Lows (2010)

Described as "drug-addled party of a record that succeeds by marrying boozy roadhouse charm with an unusually high standard of songcraft," [17] “Old Highs & New Lows” was originally released in 2010.

Track list: [18]

  1. Another Bender Might Break Me"
  2. "Gettin' High and Hittin' New Lows"
  3. "Be My Crutch"
  4. "One Way Track Marks"
  5. "Hank Williams Records"
  6. "Either Way We’re Fucked"
  7. "Why Take The Pain"
  8. "Hard Livin' Man"
  9. "Slow Suicide"
  10. "In The Gutter Again"
  11. "Too Broke To Overdose"
  12. "I'm Leavin' Now (Long Gone Daddy)"

Scumbag Country (2008)

Described as displaying "clever lyrics, irresistible energy, and a sound that pays tribute to country music's past while still managing to sound modern," [19] Scumbag Country" was originally released in 2008.

Track list: [20]

  1. "Hellbound Glory"
  2. "Livin' This Way"
  3. "Hello Five O"
  4. "Chico's Train"
  5. "The Ballad of Scumbag Country"
  6. "Drive in Harm's Lane"
  7. "I'll Be Your Rock (At Rock Bottom)"
  8. "Get Your Shit and Go"
  9. "Mickey Meth (Downtown)"
  10. "Can't Say I'll Change"
  11. "Waylon Never Done it Their Way"

References

  1. ↑ Davis, Laura (2 October 2013). "Homeward bound". Reno News & Review. Retrieved 16 March 2014.
  2. ↑ Lacy, Eric. "Hellbound Glory frontman on upcoming Kid Rock 'Rebel Soul' tour: 'It's going to be a hoedown!". Mlive.com. Retrieved 16 March 2014.
  3. ↑ Lacy, Eric (5 December 2012). "Hellbound Glory frontman on upcoming Kid Rock 'Rebel Soul' tour: 'It's going to be a hoedown!'". MLive.com.
  4. ↑ Kaufman, Spencer (27 November 2012). "Kid Rock Unveils 2013 'Rebel Soul' U.S. Tour Dates Featuring Openers Buckcherry + Hellbound Glory". Loudwire.com.
  5. ↑ "Kid Rock Announces "Rebel Soul" Tour Dates". ABCNewsRadioOnline.com. Archived from the original on 2014-03-17.
  6. ↑ "Hellbound Glory support Kid Rock and ZZ Top". Bandsintown.com. Retrieved 26 July 2014.
  7. ↑ Moser, John. "REVIEW: Leon Russell takes Musikfest Cafe crowd on a musical thrill ride". Blogs.mcall.com.
  8. ↑ "10 Years support Dates". Bandsintown.com. Retrieved 26 July 2014.
  9. ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  10. ↑ Trigger (2017-10-13). "Album Review – Hellbound Glory's "Pinball" - Saving Country Music". savingcountrymusic.com. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
  11. ↑ The Immortal Hellbound Glory: Nobody Knows You.
  12. ↑ Shelburne, Craig. "Hellbound Glory Retrace the "Streets of Aberdeen"". Cmtedge.com. Retrieved 6 May 2014.
  13. ↑ Kocik, Alexandra. "A return to the "Streets of Aberdeen"". The Daily World. Retrieved 3 May 2014.
  14. ↑ "Amazon Tracklist". Amazon.com. Retrieved 13 May 2014.
  15. ↑ Kelly, Sean. "HELLBOUND GLORY – DAMAGED GOODS". 1/19/2012. ninebullets.net. Archived from the original on January 22, 2012.
  16. ↑ "Damaged Goods Track Listing". AllMusic.com.
  17. ↑ Wilcox, C.M. "Album Review: Hellbound Glory – Old Highs and New Lows". 5/04/2010. CaliforniaCountry.com.
  18. ↑ "Old Highs New Lows Track Listing". AllMusic.com.
  19. ↑ Thanki, Juli. "Hellbound Glory Shines with Scumbag Country". Engine 145. Archived from the original on 2014-03-16.
  20. ↑ "Scumbag Country Track Listing". AllMusic.com.
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