Sean Yseult's Star & Dagger salute 'The Shining'

Star & Dagger - Tomorrowland Blues 2013

Sean Yseult probably doesn't have a shoe phone or high-level CIA clearance. Just so there's no confusion, she's not involved in any cloak-and-dagger stuff.

It's Star & Dagger that has all of her attention at the moment, and the female stoner metal trio is releasing a video tribute to "The Shining," the classic suspense/horror flick directed by Stanley Kubrick. Titled "In My Blood," Star & Dagger's nod to Kubrick's cinematic tour de force was directed by Art Haynie.

You can see it here:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PMuk2-zfoc

The former White Zombie bassist has kept a fairly low profile since White Zombie split, but Yseult and Dava She Wolf of Cycle Sluts From Hell teamed up with a powerhouse new singer Von Hesseling to record their debut album, Tomorrowland Blues, earlier this year.

Recorded at Rancho de la Luna, Tomorrowland Blues was produced by Ethan Allen and Dave Catching, mastered by J. Yuenger (White Zombie) and released on Cauldron 333.

Oddly enough, it was a night of drinking with famed rock journalist and founding member of the Patti Smith Group, Lenny Kaye, that led to Star & Dagger's creation, as Kaye declared, "You two must start a band, I see it!" 

Leaning on heavy grooves and densely layered guitars, with Von's stunning vocals a force of nature, Star & Dagger sold out its first show in Los Angeles and they've since opened for the likes of Helmet, High On Fire, Eagles of Death Metal, Down and Saint Vitus. They also performed at the 2012 Voodoo Fest.

Sean Yseult Offers Up Rare White Zombie Relics for The 2012 Rock Gods and Metal Monsters Auction

Sean Yseult

Having played various instruments with different bands over the past 25 years, Sean Yseult is most notably known for her bass work with White Zombie. She was with WZ for 11 years until they disbanded in 1998. Since then she has kept herself plugged into the scene working on projects and doing gigs with various bands and later formed Famous Monsters in 1995. In 2010, she published "I'm In the Band: Backstage Notes from the Chick in White Zombie". It's a striking visual memoir of her personal journey that took her from CBGBs to arenas, with the rare female perspective in a guy’s world of heavy metal, while playing with White Zombie.

If you have read Sean's book then you know the girl likes to collect and hold on to things, but she did find a few rarities to include in the Rock Gods and Metal Monsters auction and all from the White Zombie days.

Here are a few of Sean's special pieces:

WHITE ZOMBIE 1996 SEAN YSEULT'S PERSONAL VALENTINES DAY MASSACRE CONCERT JACKET

This exclusive jacket was exclusive made by Cellar Door/ Pace Concerts Promotions for band and crew members only for the 'St. Valentine's Day Massacre' concert at the Lake Front Arena in New Orleans, February 14, 1996. White Zombie was the headliner (with Filter opening) and this jacket - a men's size Small - was given to and worn by Sean Yseult. It has cool embroidery in the front and left sleeve and is signed by Sean on the orange label.

Sean Yseult's White Zombie Valentines Day Massacre Jacket

White Zombie Valentines Day Massacre Jacket Signed by Sean Yseult

WHITE ZOMBIE 1985 SEAN YSEULT OWNED & SIGNED RARE 'VOODOO MOON' 7"

'Gods on Voodoo Moon' is the very first recording and release by White Zombie, released as an EP in 1985 under their own indie label Silent Explosion. Because the lack of funds at the time only 300 copies of vinyl were pressed at Macola Records Hollywood, California, 100 of which were sold while the others remained in the possession of the band members. There is no denying that this is without question the single most sought-after White Zombie record and we're simply ecstatic to be able to offer this dead mint copy, hand numbered #160/300. The front of the sleeve has been signed by Sean Yseult.

White Zombie's 1st Release - "Gods on Voodoo Moon" 

White Zombie's "Gods on Voodoo Moon" Mint Copy Numbered 160/300

WHITE ZOMBIE 1996 SEAN YSEULT OWNED & SIGNED FINAL TOUR PASS

This fantastic silk White Zombie tour pass was immaculately preserved by Sean Yseult as a memento from the band's final tour (1996). It is signed and in pristine condition.

White Zombie 1996 Final Tour Pass

WHITE ZOMBIE 2010 SEAN YSEULT SIGNED 'I'M IN THE BAND' BOOK

Released in 2010 as a soft-cover, 150-page illustrated book, "I'm In The Band" is an absolute must-read and must-own item! Richly illustrated with nothing but rare photos, handbills, flyers, posters and unusual notes, Sean Yseult provides a candid, in-depth and often funny look into the touring and recording years of White Zombie. This gorgeous book is nicely signed by Sean on the front and is in pristine condition.

Sean Yseult's Book "I'm In The Band"

Be sure and check out all of Sean's relics featured in the auction by simply typing SLT in the Auction Search Box. Each item offered comes with a certificate of authenticity personally signed by Sean.

The Rock Gods and Metal Monsters Auction will go live and open for bidding on Saturday, April 21st and come to a close a week later on Sunday, April 29th. For more information visit our Auction Page. Grab your VIP All Access Pass today and get yourself a piece of metal history.

Backstage Auctions Announces Headliners for Annual "Rock Gods and Metal Monsters Auction"

The auction will showcase over 900 exceptionally rare  pieces of rock memorabilia direct from the private collections of notable rock and metal icons from Anthrax, M.O.D./ S.O.D., Testament, White Zombie, The Cult, Mudvayne, Helmet, Cirith Ungol, Ministry, Quiet Riot, Dio, Whitesnake, Queensryche, Powerman 5000 and more.

Scott Ian (Anthrax) - Personally Used Guitar

Houston, TX – March 13, 2012 – Backstage Auctions is proud to present their annual "Rock Gods and Metal Monsters Auction", a one of kind, rock you to your core, online auction event. "Almost every item being offered in the auction is iconic hard rock and heavy metal memorabilia and is easily identifiable to a specific artist or band that spans 3 decades," explains Backstage Auctions founder Jacques van Gool.

Scott Ian sealing the deal.

The auction, which is scheduled to go live in April, features amazing rock relics direct from the personal  collections of Scott Ian, Charlie Benante, Robert Garven, Page Hamilton, John Tempesta, Mike Tempesta, Matt McDonough, Sean Yseult, Rudy Sarzo, Scott Rockenfield, Al Jourgensen…just to name a few. "This years auction catalog really took on a life of it's own when we started getting in so many rare but highly personal items from each of the artists and industry executives. It's not every day that you get a dozen guitars belonging to Scott Ian, but knowing that each of these guitars have a kick ass story, that is a fan or collector's dream. Of course giving fans and collectors direct access to rare pieces of rock history is always our goal when we build our auction events, and we have definitely achieved that with this auction," says van Gool.

Charlie Benante (Anthrax) Big 4 Drum Head

There is definitely a wide range of collectibles featured in the auction and whether you are a fan or collector, you can bet that your inner rock star will come out! "We have everything from guitars, amps, cabinets, drum kits and heads, Gold and Platinum records awards, artist stage worn apparel to master recordings, rare concert posters, historical ephemera, photos and negatives with "money shots", picks & sticks and the list goes on and on. We couldn't be more pleased with how the catalog came together and the final result," says van Gool.

Equally impressive are the private collections of various music industry executives, which feature a jaw dropping collection of RIAA record awards, rare and sealed vinyl, promotional items, signed memorabilia, ephemera, promo jackets and concert shirts, interview cassettes and so much more. "The fact that these executives worked for various records labels, means the memorabilia covers a wide range of artists such as Judas Priest, KISS, Van Halen, Thin Lizzy, Ozzy, Pearl Jam, Pantera, Twisted Sister, Dokken, Gary Moore, Korn, Stryper, Incubus, Motley Crue, Metal Church, Grim Reaper and the list just goes on, it's very impressive," says van Gool.

Motley Crue RIAA 3x Platinum - Dr. Feelgood

The event, aptly titled the “Rock Gods and Metal Monsters Auction”, is a not-to-miss opportunity for fans and collectors around the world to own an authentic piece of one of the most significant genres of music history. 

The online auction, starts April 21, 2012 and will run through April 29, 2012. A special VIP All Access preview of the entire auction catalog will be available beginning Saturday, April 14^th.

 For more information and to get your VIP All Access pass for the event visit:  http://www.backstageauctions.com/catalog/auction.php

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Backstage Auctions is a boutique online auction house specializing in authentic rock memorabilia. By exclusively representing legendary musicians and entertainment professionals directly, every auction event is unique, reflecting the artist's legacy and chronicles their legendary career. Backstage Auctions has represented dozens of notable and very talented musicians, producers and managers in the music industry. The very first online auction event featured the private collection of legendary producer Eddie Kramer (Hendrix, Zeppelin, Kiss) and since then, Backstage has represented Ted Nugent, Howard Kaylan (The Turtles), Ross Valory (Journey) and Michael Shrieve (Santana) Johny Barbata (Jefferson Starship), Kip Winger (Winger), John 5 (Marilyn Manson, Rob Zombie), Al Jourgensen (Ministry), Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, Dio, BOC), Scott Rockenfield (Queensryche), Graham Bonnet (Rainbow, Alcatraz) as well as managers of legendary bands such as The Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, KISS, Journey, Joe Walsh, Pantera, White Zombie, Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band and Motley Crue. Backstage Auctions works closely with each of their clients and incorporates their personal stories and memories throughout the online auction event. The end result is a unique, historical and unforgettable journey spanning decades of music history and turning fans into collectors one auction at a time.