The Ghost (American band)
The Ghost was a punk rock band from Chicago, with its roots based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. Members were Brian Moss, Randall Bleichner, Jordan Schalich, Shane Stevens, and . From 2001 to 2005 The Ghost toured with bands such as Rival Schools, Thursday, Communique, The Exit, The Cost, Twelve Hour Turn and Small Brown Bike.
Signed to Some Records, The Ghost released two full-length albums. This Is a Hospital, recorded by Steve Albini, was met with favorable reviews. In 2005 This Pen Is a Weapon, recorded and produced by Brian Deck, was met with mixed reviews.
In December 2004 the band broke up, citing "arguments, shifting interests, consistently harsh tours, depression, and conflicting views".Discography
Albums
- This Is a Hospital, Some Records, 2002
- This Pen Is a Weapon, Some Records, 2004
- This Is a Hospital Re-release LP, Solidarity Recordings, 2009
Splits
- The Ghost/Prosperity Wallet Split, Grey Flight Records, 2002
Compilations
- Living Tomorrow Today: A Benefit for Ty Cambra, Asianman Records, 2001
- Oil: Chicago Punk Refind, Thick Records, 2002
- Metaphysics For Beginners, Redder Records, 2006