Conceptualized in the Pacific Northwest, four piece alt metal band Beautiful Skeletons came together as a casual jam project between founding members Einar Einarsson and Tina Firefly in 2018. Both Einar and Tina brought years of seasoned musicianship and creativity to the table, birthing a unique style of catchy, dynamic metal.
As the project gained steam in 2021, the duo shuffled through various members and setbacks due to the COVID pandemic - forcing them to write and sit on a set of songs until the live music scene slowly thronged back to life.
In 2022, Beautiful Skeletons entered a management deal under former Saliva drummer and long time drumming legend Paul Crosby. Once pandemic restrictions loosened, the band then went beast mode, blasting through the Oregon and Washington music scenes, quickly gaining local traction with electrifyingly entertaining and memorable live performances.
The band played with a variety of notable acts such as Saliva, Glenn Cannon and the Damage Done, Vintersea, Dawn of Ouroboros and eventually a two week, East coast tour with Yngwie Malmsteen. That summer, the band released its first EP - "Vegvisir" - containing a total of five tracks, followed by three successful music videos garnering thousands of plays on YouTube and Spotify. The current line up consists of Tina Firefly (vocals), Einar Einarsson (guitar), Jason Johnson (bass) and their newest addition to drums - Huwy Williams.
As the bands popularity has risen, they have played an impressive collection of shows at notable venues like Harpos (MI), Bossanova (OR) and an upcoming show at The Whisky A Go Go and an upcoming show as direct support for tribute band "The Iron Maidens".
To date, the band has been featured in a handful of magazines, publications, music video reaction channels, and metal review blogs. The highly anticipated release of "Temperance" EP is generating significant local buzz and promises to blow the crotch right out of your pants. This will be a busy year for the band with opportunities to play various festivals and potentially abroad in Europe.
Discography
Single: BEAUTIFUL SKELETONS - "Bloodstains" (2021)
Single: BEAUTIFUL SKELETONS - "Pigs at Play" (2021)
Vegvisir EP (2022)
1. "Headcase"
2. "Kraken"
3. "Piledriver"
4. "The Suffering"
5. "River Runs Dry"
Single : BEAUTIFUL SKELETONS - "G.A.F.Y" (GoodBye And Fk You) (2023)
Temperance EP (2024) - Upcoming Release
1. "Letter to a Narcissist"
2. "Only Zuul"
3. "Victim Loop"
4. "Butterfly Pinned Under Glass"
5. "Upside Down Song"
Tina Firefly is an accomplished and versatile vocalist who has honed her craft for over 15 years. Her extensive experience in a diverse range of music genres, spanning from jazz to metal, has given her a unique ability to connect with audiences from all walks of life. As the lead singer for Beautiful Skeletons, Tina has not only captivated audiences with her powerful vocals but has also had the opportunity to open for renowned acts such as Yngwie Malmsteen, Saliva, and The Loyal Order. Her exceptional talent has also led her to collaborate with various artists such as Lyrizone and Dicodec as a guest vocalist. Apart from her live performances, Tina has also made a name for herself in the world of video reaction channels, where she has been featured for her captivating voice and musical expertise. With a commitment to her art and a passion for creating memorable experiences, Tina Firefly is a true force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
At the young age of eight, Einar from Iceland discovered his passion for percussion. He would drum on anything within reach, using pens and pencils as his drumsticks. Fuelled by this passion, Einar joined his school orchestra and eventually picked up the guitar at the age of 14. Over the years, Einar formed several garage bands and in 2001, he joined Voodoo Machine. Later, in 2015-2016, he was part of Black Tie Messiah. In 2017, Einar co-founded Beautiful Skeletons with Tina Firefly. His love for music and unwavering dedication to creating the perfect tone has earned him immense respect in the music industry. Einar draws inspiration from the classic metal bands of the 80s and legendary guitarists such as EVH, Jerry Cantrell, Lynch, and DeGarmo/Wilton. His journey is a testament to the power of passion and hard work. Einar's achievements are proof that with determination, anyone can conquer their dreams.
Jason's musical journey began in elementary school when he started playing the drums. He quickly realized his passion for music and transitioned to steel drums and eventually guitar in middle school. Inspired by Metallica and Van Halen, he taught himself to play the guitar and performed with a family friend's band. Throughout high school, Jason continued to refine his skills by taking guitar classes and playing with talented musicians in various bands. He learned a great deal from the school's music director, who played many instruments, including the guitar. In 2012, Jason was asked to fill in for his late father in the classic rock band he played with. He embraced the opportunity and was honored to permanently take his father's position as the band's bassist. Jason's talent and dedication paid off when he auditioned and secured the position of Beautiful Skeletons' bassist in October 2022. He is excited to continue his musical journey and contribute his skills to the band's success.
Huwy Williams is an English musician who made the move to the United States in 2016. He has spent most of his career touring and living in different parts of the world with various D.I.Y. bands. Huwy’s passion for music has taken him to Europe, Asia, and America. He has played with a multitude of bands, each with their unique sound and style. Huwy’s love for music is also reflected in his taste in bands. He cites Deftones, Alice in Chains, Demon Hunter, Gojira, and Queensryche as his favorite bands. He finds their music to be inspiring and often draws inspiration from them for his own music. In addition to his love for music, Huwy is also a fighter. He battled cancer this year and emerged victorious. Huwy’s resilience and strength are an inspiration to many, and he continues to pursue his passion for music with even more vigor and determination.range of music genres, spanning from jazz to metal, has given her a unique ability to connect with audiences from all walks of life. As the lead singer for Beautiful Skeletons, Tina has not only captivated audiences with her powerful vocals but has also had the opportunity to open for renowned acts such as Yngwie Malmsteen, Saliva, and The Loyal Order. Her exceptional talent has also led her to collaborate with various artists such as Lyrizone and Dicodec as a guest vocalist. Apart from her live performances, Tina has also made a name for herself in the world of video reaction channels, where she has been featured for her captivating voice and musical expertise. With a commitment to her art and a passion for creating memorable experiences, Tina Firefly is a true force to be reckoned with in the music industry.