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Bobby Steele is a pioneering guitarist and songwriter whose contributions to horror punk have left an undeniable mark on the genre. Best known for his time in The Misfits (1978-1980) and later as the founder of The Undead, Steele’s career has been defined by his raw, aggressive playing style, horror-infused songwriting, and dedication to DIY punk ethics. Over four decades, Steele has remained a cult figure in punk rock, influencing countless bands with his dark, fast, and hard-hitting sound.🎸 Bobby Steele & The Misfits (1978-1980) – Defining Horror PunkIn 1978, Bobby Steele joined The Misfits, bringing his sharp, biting guitar style to the band just as they were developing their signature horror aesthetic. This era saw The Misfits transition from a raw garage punk sound into the early foundations of horror punk, with Steele’s fast, power-chord-driven approach helping to solidify the band’s aggressive edge.During his time with The Misfits, Steele played on some of the band’s most iconic early recordings, including:"Horror Business" (1979)"Night of the Living Dead" (1979)"Halloween" (1980)"Where Eagles Dare" (1980)Sessions for the unreleased 12 Hits from HellSteele’s guitar work was essential in giving these tracks their raw, menacing sound, blending classic rock ‘n’ roll influences with faster, darker punk energy.However, tensions within the band led to Steele being fired in 1980, reportedly due to conflicts with Glenn Danzig and Jerry Only. His replacement, Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein, was brought in to re-record many of Steele’s parts, which later led to controversy over credits on 12 Hits from Hell, an album that was ultimately shelved.🔥 The Undead (1980-Present) – Bobby Steele’s Own Horror Punk LegacyFollowing his departure from The Misfits, Steele formed The Undead in 1980, bringing a more melodic but still aggressive approach to horror punk. Unlike The Misfits’ B-movie camp aesthetic, The Undead mixed horror themes with a darker, grittier street punk energy.The Undead’s debut EP, 9 Toes Later (1982), became an instant underground classic, featuring fan-favorite tracks like:"When the Evening Comes""A Life of Our Own""I Want You Dead"Steele’s ability to blend catchy hooks with sinister, horror-tinged punk helped The Undead stand out in the early ‘80s New York punk scene, alongside bands like The Cramps, The Ramones, and The Damned.Over the years, The Undead has released numerous albums, including:Act Your Rage (1989)Dawn of the Undead (1991)Still Undead After All These Years (2007)The Morgue… The Merrier (2011)Act Your Rage… Again (2024)Despite countless lineup changes, Steele has remained the driving force behind The Undead, keeping the band active and continuing to tour.