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Gypsy Pistoleros Unveil Poignant New Single.

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"Whatever Happened to the Old Town" Drops Ahead of the Forthcoming Album, Church of the Pistoleros.

Earache Records is thrilled to announce the release of Gypsy Pistoleros' third single, "Whatever Happened to the Old Town," an evocative and deeply resonant track from their highly anticipated album, Church of the Pistoleros. This heartfelt single is available now on all major platforms at this link.

A poignant coming-of-age anthem, "Whatever Happened to the Old Town" takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the decaying streets of childhood memories. It’s a tale of returning home to confront echoes of the past—friendships, fears, and dreams lost to the passage of time.

"The old town becomes a haunting mirror of who you were and who you’ve become," explains frontman Gypsy Lee Pistolero. "It’s about reconciling with your roots while embracing how far you’ve come."

SONG DESCRIPTION

Split black-and-white face with clown makeup fills the image. Red text above: "GYPSY PISTOLEROS"; below: "WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE OLD TOWN?"

Opening with a melancholic, balladic intro reminiscent of Phil Spector's iconic sound, the track swiftly transitions into an up-tempo punk-rock anthem. The dynamic instrumentation underscores the emotional arc of the narrative—yearning introspection gives way to defiant energy, encapsulating the bittersweet pull of home.

The lyrics capture vivid imagery: stepping off the train after years away, only to feel the ghosts of your past waiting behind every door. From the innocence of childhood dreams to the desperate desire to escape, "Whatever Happened to the Old Town" speaks to anyone who has ever looked back at the place where it all began.

The track’s soaring instrumentation and raw, emotional vocals create a melancholic yet empowering experience. The song wrestles with themes of nostalgia, growth, and the enduring pull of the places that shaped us.

For anyone who has ever longed to leave their hometown—or yearned to return—this is your anthem.

Skeleton holding a book and pistol, surrounded by stained glass and roses. Text: "Church of the Pistoleros" and "Gypsy Pistoleros."

ABOUT THE ALBUM

"Whatever Happened to the Old Town" is the latest preview from Church of the Pistoleros, Gypsy Pistoleros’ boldest and most eclectic work yet. The album is a rallying cry for society’s outcasts, celebrating the unique, strange, and misunderstood. It blends glam punk, Latin flair, emo, goth, and operatic rock grandeur into a genre-defying sound that sets Gypsy Pistoleros apart from the pack.

Recorded at the renowned Old Cider Press Studios in Pershore, this epic album was written and produced with the expertise of legendary collaborator Dave Draper. Draper, known for his work with Ginger, The Wildhearts, Nickelback, Kerbdog, Ryan Hamilton, Terrorvision, and more, describes the album as a "total monster" and one of the best he has ever worked on.

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ABOUT GYPSY PISTOLEROS

Renowned for their eclectic, unorthodox style, Gypsy Pistoleros are a genre-defying force in the modern rock landscape. Combining glam punk energy with Latin swagger and a touch of operatic drama, their music is sheer escapism, delivering anthems for the bold and unconventional.

Critics have celebrated their unique artistry:

• "The Pistoleros are sheer musical escapism." —The Late, great Malcolm Dome, Classic Rock Magazine

• "Gypsy Pistoleros are unique—completely unique." — Karen Clayton, Get Ready to Rock

• "They live up to their own hype and then some." — Uber Rock

The band’s mission is clear: to unite misfits and outcasts in their "Church of the Pistoleros," a sanctuary for the unique and misunderstood.

LISTEN NOW

"Whatever Happened to the Old Town" is streaming now at this link.

The full album, Church of the Pistoleros, is available to pre-order now and promises to be a landmark release for fans of bold, boundary-pushing rock. Not just one of the albums of 2025, one of the greatest eclectic rock albums of the last 40 years!

GYPSY PISTOLEROS 'Church of the Pistoleros TOUR 2025’ to promote the Album will begin in April, it promises to be special!

Very Special Guests - The Outlaw Orchestra.

Church of the Pistoleros Album Tour 2025

Thursday 17th April Yardbirds, Grimsby

Friday 18th April The Old Cold Store Nottingham

Saturday 19th April The Bunkhouse Swansea

Thursday 24th April Trillians Newcastle

Friday 25th April Bannermans Edinburgh

Sat 26th April The Dreadnought Bathgate

Thursday 1st May The Waterloo Blackpool

Friday 2nd May The Marrs Bar Worcester (Hometown Album Release Party/Show)

Sat 3rd May The Junction Plymouth