I Am Ghost

The Profile

I Am Ghost are an American post-hardcore band from Long Beach, California, noted for their 2006 debut Lovers' Requiem (Epitaph) which features violin and alternating male/female vocals.

Formed in Long Beach, California. Debut album Lovers' Requiem released in 2006 on Epitaph Records. Sound blends post-hardcore/emocore with gothic atmospheres and violin; notable vocal interplay between Steven Juliano and Kerith Telestai. After Lovers' Requiem the band underwent lineup changes, including the departure of Brian and Kerith Telestai prior to the second album released in 2008.

DeBaser's reviews praise I Am Ghost's 2006 debut Lovers' Requiem for its mix of post-hardcore energy, gothic atmosphere and the distinguishing use of violin and dual male/female vocals. Reviewers highlight tracks like "Our Friend Lazarus Sleeps", "Pretty People, Never Lie" and the mini-suite "Beyond the Hourglass." The record is seen as original within its scene and technically assured.