Tex and the Horseheads’ 1984 Debut Album Arrives Digitally for the First Time

Originally released in 1984, Tex and the Horseheads stands as a raw document of Los Angeles’ underground punk scene—equal parts unfiltered attitude, poetic grit, and outlaw country spirit. Fronted by the singular Texacala Jones, with members Mike Martt, Gregory "Smog Vomit" Boaz, and David "Rock Vodka" Thum,the band carved out a sound that blurred the lines between punk, blues, and rockabilly, earning a reputation for chaotic live shows and a fiercely independent ethos. Though the album became a cult favorite in physical form, it has remained largely inaccessible in the digital era—until now.

On May 8, the self-titled debut became available on all digital streaming platforms for the first time, introducing a new generation to its uncompromising spirit. The release arrives just ahead of Mother’s Day, with “Oh Mother” serving as the focus track—a haunting, emotionally charged standout that captures both the vulnerability and defiance at the heart of Texacala Jones ’songwriting. This long-awaited digital debut not only preserves a vital piece of L.A. music history, but reasserts Tex and the Horseheads as a foundational voice in the lineage of American underground music.

'Tex and the Horseheads' is a raw and resounding piece of LA's underground, and punk history as a whole. Available now on all streaming platforms.