Album Notes

The Thought Criminals was formed in South London, UK in 2004 when programmer/musician Kirlian Blue and vocalist/frontman Rocky Goode, set out to form a band that would blend early 80’s dark electronic music with the more modern alternative dance music of today. The duo worked feverishly on their concept and then enlisted the help of famed dance producer Tony Messenger and mixer Robb Henry to tie things together. Their debut single "(I’m Gonna be a) Celebrity" was released in the fall of 2006 and provided the first glimpse of the bands’ abilities and showcased their potential of what lied ahead. The follow-up single "My Baby’s a Suicide Bomber", continued to build momentum and set the stage for the bands Tongue and cheek /Sci-fi/80’s stoke Electro Punk themed debut, Die Young: Stay Pretty.

Over the years, the Thought Criminals have built a cult following by headlining well known venues across the UK, which include: The Mass, The Underworld, The Dublin Castle and The 333 Club. Their influences range from acts such as: Prodigy, Gary Numan, John Foxx, The Sex Pistols and Soft Cell.

Rocky and Kirlian hail from the streets of South London, the same area which brought the world David Bowie, Billy Idol, Japan and countless other musical legends. After the release of Die Young Stay Pretty, it will be evident that the Thought Criminals will have carried on the traditions of their local predecessors.

Die Young : Stay Pretty
Die Young: Stay Pretty, is the debut release from the South London Duo, The Thought Criminals. Their sound can only be described as an EBM laced Sci-fi/80’s /Electro Punk montage. Programmer/Musician Kirlian Blue, supplies the backdrop for frontman Rocky Goode’s tongue & cheek vocals. Die Young: Stay Pretty, is a 10 track album which contains 3 bona fide singles: The catchy pop hit "(I’m Gonna Be a) Celebrity," the old school EBM "Date Rape Lovers" and the explosive "My Baby’s a Suicide Bomber." In addition to the album tracks, Die Young: Stay Pretty, includes seven bonus remixes that will be sure to pack dance floors across the globe.