Voodoo, Sex and Vampires

Zoo Freaks, get ready to crank up the volume as The Zoo Crew spins the electrifying track "Voodoo, Sex and Vampires" by John Diva & The Rockets of Love from their album American Amadeus! This song is a sleazy, high-energy glam metal anthem that kicks off the album with a bang. One juicy piece of trivia is that the track features an unexpected twist: Michael Voss, who produced the album, lays down a banjo slide solo, blending a touch of bluegrass into this hard rock banger. According to a review from Get Ready to ROCK!, this foot-stomping opener is a nod to the over-the-top 1980s rock scene, with a vibe that could make even Steel Panther blush. The song’s lyrics paint a wild scene in a shady Everglades bar, where the mysterious Crystal steals the show, leaving listeners hooked on its "Mississippi mystery."

The music video for "Voodoo, Sex and Vampires," released on October 1, 2021, as announced on YouTube, is pure rock ‘n’ roll debauchery. Directed by Thomas Brück and featuring actor Till Bauer, it’s a visual feast of snakes, alligators, and a redneck Moulin Rouge vibe, perfectly matching the song’s gritty, seductive energy. The band hyped the video’s premiere on time-for-metal.eu, urging fans to join them live in the YouTube chat, showing their love for connecting with their audience. Fans on Facebook went wild, with one calling it “the sleaziest party of 2021!” The track’s infectious chorus and party-ready rhythm make it a staple for live shows, as seen at the Rock Hard Festival 2024, where WDR’s Rockpalast captured its raw power.

John Diva & The Rockets of Love burst onto the scene with a mission to revive the decadent spirit of 1980s glam and hair metal. Frontman John Diva, backed by Snake Rocket and J.J. Love on guitars, Remmie Martin on bass, and Lee Stingray Jr. on drums, formed the band in Germany with a flair for theatricality and unapologetic fun. Their bio on johndiva.com describes them as “adrenalin junkies” who channel the Sunset Strip’s golden era, drawing inspiration from bands like Mötley Crüe, Poison, and Skid Row. Their 2019 debut album, Mama Said Rock Is Dead, hit the top 30 on the German album charts, paving the way for tours across Europe and a growing fanbase. By the time American Amadeus dropped in 2021, they’d honed their sound, delivering what Soil Chronicles called a “masterpiece” of catchy, fist-pumping rock.

The band’s larger-than-life personas—think Lee Stingray as a former NASCAR driver or Remmie Martin launching a beauty line—are part of their charm, as noted in a review by Apocalypse Later Music. John Diva himself has said in an interview with The Rockpit, “The challenge lies in growing, testing boundaries and inventing yourself over and over again on an artistic level.” This drive to push the envelope while staying true to their roots has earned them a loyal following. Fans can connect with the band on their official Facebook, Instagram, and X accounts, where they share tour updates, behind-the-scenes antics, and plenty of rock ‘n’ roll attitude.

For Zoo Freaks looking to dive deeper, check out the fan community on Facebook’s John Diva Fan Club, where devotees swap setlists, concert photos, and love for tracks like “Voodoo, Sex and Vampires.” There’s also Metal Archives, a fan-driven site with detailed discographies and band info. Whether you’re headbanging to the banjo-infused sleaze of “Voodoo, Sex and Vampires” or joining the party online, John Diva & The Rockets of Love are here to keep the Zoo Crew and their fans rocking. So, crank it up and let the good times roll!