Austinist Show Preview & Giveaway: GWAR at Emo's tonight

Part rock show, part horror movie, GWAR brings its metal mayhem to Emo’s tonight. The band formed more than 20 years ago, and over the years, has had a revolving cast of members that would put fellow comic book rockers KISS to shame. GWAR is responsible for providing the world with many a novelty item, be it the Crapapult (that spews assorted fluids onto the unwavering audience) or the GWAR Woman. Each band member has an alias -- Oderus Urungus (or Dave Brockie) being the only founding member that remains in the current line-up. GWAR performs in wild costumes (as pictured to the left) and it’s no surprise that action figures depicting the bizarre act will soon be on the market, courtesy of Shocker Toys. The band also curates an art gallery in Richmond since last year, called The Art of GWAR -- the space presents the various costumes and props created by GWAR’s studio, The Slave Pit.

Phew. We’ll remember GWAR fondly for their stellar 1990 release, Scumdogs of the Universe, as well as the ensuing America Must Be Destroyed album and accompanying (Grammy nominated) long form video, Phallus in Wonderland. We also have to admit we spent many a fruitful afternoon chasing down GWAR tickets on the Sega Genesis Beavis and Butt-head game. Enjoy Beavis and Butt-head’s astute commentary on “Saddam A Go-Go” (courtesy of YouTube and MTV) and enter to win a pair of tickets after the jump!