March 08, 2004
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The Thirteen Dead Kids are ghoulishly adorable characters based on the
forthcoming book "The Thirteen Dead Kids and Other Gruesome Scary Tales" by Wednesday 13. The Thirteen Dead Kids concept and vision is a product of years of inspiration by the likes of "The Munsters" and other horror characters. Each character was drawn and designed by Wednesday 13 and his wife, Mrs. 13.
Wednesday 13 is the front man/vocalist of RoadRunner Records recording artists, the Murderdolls. Since the releaseof the Murderdolls debut album, Beyond the Valley of the Murderdolls in 2002, the band toured nonstop. The demand for the band took them many places all over the world. They toured three times through Japan, five times throughEurope, and twice through America; playing The Big Day Out Festival in Australia, The Download Festival in the UK, Summer Sonic Festival in Japan and were special headlining guests at the Metal Hammer Awards. The band also appeared on the Halloween episode of the hit show Dawson's Creek.
The band is currently visible in their recent video/single 'White Wedding,' a
cover of the classic Billy Idol hit. The song is featured on the CD/DVD special
edition of the Murderdolls debut Beyond the Valley of the Murderdolls which was
released in October 2003. The band performed 'White Wedding' live on the classic UK show Top of the Pops, and the single made its debut at #22 on the UK Charts.
They were also featured on the 'Freddy Vs Jason' soundtrack and the 'MTV2
Headbangers Ball' album. Murderdolls have graced the covers of numerous magazines since their debut in 2002. The band was voted as "Best New Band" in major Rock publications worldwide like Metal Edge, Metal Hammer, Kerrang, and Hit Parader and most recently received "Readers and Critics Choice for Best Single of 2003" for their cover of 'White Wedding.'
Due to the worldwide success of the Murderdolls, Wednesday 13 has a built-in fan base, who are already expressing interest in The Thirteen Dead Kids. Unlike most character based products, The Thirteen Dead Kids appeal to both boys and girls ranging from preteen to adult. The interactive website thirteendeadkids.com,
which was launched on January 1, 2004, provides the fans with more than just
images. Each character has their own audio sample, created and performed by
Wednesday 13, as well as their very own Death Certificate. The fans have the
ability to vote on which character they wish to see next, so each week a
character has been revealed based on the input of the website visitors.
Additionally, The Thirteen Dead Kids have their very own 'FANG CLUB' called "The Recently Deceased." Fans have already joined The Recently Deceased by participating in the monthly submission guidelines, which are both fun and creative. The already active street and e-team, "The Casket Committee" is continuously out there spreading the word, or as they say 'Spreading the Dead.' Additionally, Wednesday 13 will be performing as a solo artist during 2004 and 2005 in the USA, Europe, and Japan to help promote The Thirteen Dead Kids.
The Thirteen Dead Kids have joined forces with Cinder Block, Inc. as their
exclusive manufacturing and distribution company for apparel. Due to the undying passion and creativity of Mr. and Mrs. Thirteen, plus the dedication and fan base for products such as The Thirteen Dead Kids, it is believed that these characters will resurrect into a life all their own.
For additional information: thirteendeadkids.com & wednesday13.com
"Life's A Grave, Dig It!"
Posted by MK Magazine at March 8, 2004 06:16 PM