A Halloween Treat: A Monster Mash Mashup

Bobby Picketts song The Monster Mash, was first released in August 1962 as a 45 (that was a tiny record just larger than a CD that held one song on each sidea singlefor those of you younger than me). It was written by Bobby Pickett and Leonard L. Capizzi and although its a silly novelty song, it has endured as deeply as any of the rock and roll classics that appeared at the same time.Everyone knows The Monster Mash! If my dead grandma popped out of the ground and started to sing, theres no question what tune would emerge from her desiccated lips.

So, since Halloween is upon us, heres a trio of videos in the spirit of the season. First up is Bobby Picket singing his original tune at the time of its release; second is one of the many mashups of clips from monster movies set to the tune (this one relies heavily on the fabulous flick Carnival of Soulsan excellent choice to watch on the 31st); and finally theres a genuinely creative parody (a parody of a parody!) from The Key of Awesome that brings the song up to date and tweaks the simple horrors of earlier decades.Enjoy them while you can.

https://youtu.be/jc7UJ7LO5BY

https://youtu.be/nO3knuDUPFw

https://youtu.be/tQwMXORlpnU