The Tomb Of Nick Cage is an engaging and theatrical Horror and Conspiracy Punk band from New Orleans inspired by a mysterious tomb that sits, cryptically and aloof, in historic St. Louis #1. They began to investigate secrets behind this mysterious pyramid, and to speculate on its strange origin. This led them down a path they never expected - filled with conspiracy theories, horror and secret socities as old as time itself. In their short time together, they have many successful shows, been noticed by media outlets both locally and overseas, and maybe even by the illusive Illuminati itself. Their music and stage show and concept are one of a kind. Combining post-punk, punk and even metal elements, they hope to present a new sound to the fandom community. In short, their music is "Old World Horror For The New World Order." Interview with The Tomb of Nick Cage with Landon Murray of Where Y'at Magazine Every now and then a band with a unique perspective and a fresh take on a scene comes out of our city. Right now, that band is the up-and-coming The Tomb of Nick Cage. Lead singer and visionary Melissa Crory wanted to create something edgy, stylish, and fun to watch. With the help of an incredibly solid band who can hold their own easily, they seem poised to become a local favorite. Take my word for it: you want to see this band on stage. If you’re into immediate spooky punk with a 1980s horror film backdrop, these guys (and gal) are for you. I believe they’re going to be energizing crowds for a long time. New Orleans, you’ve been warned! The Tomb of Nick Cage is real, and it’s awesome. WYAT: What’s your approach or state of mind when you start to write a song? What fuels the flame? Crory: We love horror movies, conspiracy theories and dark, edgy rock and roll that you can dance to. Sometimes I’ll write a dark keyboard part, loop it, take a movie I like and sit in my room until the inspiration comes. I wrote “Nightbreed” when I woke up from a dream with the melody and refrain in my head. WYAT: If you could describe your music in 10 words or less, what would you say? Crory: Old World Horror for the New World Order. WYAT: So, you’ve named your band after a real monument here in the city. What does the Tomb of Nick Cage actually look like? Crory: It kind of looks like a white miniature of the Luxor Hotel in Vegas. It’s totally out of place in St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, which is what makes it so amazing. Everything from the spooky inscription of “Omni Ab Uno,” to the sheer size of it, to its location close to the same latitude line as the pyramids near Cairo, Egypt, are on is shrouded in mystery and speculation. I love it. WYAT: What concepts were most important when thinking of the style and face of the band? Crory: I wanted to recreate a 1980s type feel. I love post-punk as well as the styles of punk rockers in the 1970s. Vivienne Westwood still inspires me, as does the Visual Kei movement in Japan.