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"Decisions. In a modern time. Transmissions. From the inner mind."
Ex-VoTo emerged from the shadows of 1980s Los Angeles, a force born of disillusionment with the mainstream Punk scene. Founded by Larry Rainwater, Linda Patti, and David Rhine, the band sought to carve a new path, one that embraced the macabre and the mysterious. Their sound — a haunting blend of drum machines, cold synthesizers, heavy guitars, and driving rock beats — was initially met with scorn, but its dark allure proved irresistible. In that defiance, Deathrock was born. Through the years, Ex-VoTo’s lineup has transformed, but the essence has remained unwavering. Larry, the architect of the band’s music and bass lines, would later take on the role of lead vocalist. Today, alongside Spleen and Patrick Midnite, they continue to channel the spirit of a genre that once lived in the fringes and has now found its place in the light once more. From the streets of Los Angeles to New Orleans, and then, driven by the winds of Hurricane Katrina, to the heart of Houston, Ex-VoTo’s journey is one etched in the dark corners of time. They’ve graced the stages of legends, sharing space with icons like Nine Inch Nails, Christian Death, and The Jesus and Mary Chain, leaving their mark on the underground music scene. At Peek-A-Boo, we had the privilege of speaking with the mastermind behind Ex-VoTo, Larry Rainwater:EX-VOTO • interview • 2025 • Peek-A-Boo Magazine
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