Mad Marge and the Stonecutters
Mad Marge & the Stonecutters | |
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| Origin | Victorville, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Psychobilly, punk rock |
| Years active | 2004–c. 2010; 2021–present |
| Labels | Baseline Music, People Like You, Hairball, El Chupacabra |
| Members | Alicia "Mad Marge" Romero Matt Romero Edgar Villareal Brent Ventimiglia |
| Website | https://madmargeofficial.bandcamp.com |
Mad Marge & the Stonecutters are an American psychobilly band from Victorville, California. Originally active from the mid-2000s to around 2010, the band earned recognition in the global psychobilly scene for its energetic sound and charismatic frontwoman, Alicia “Mad Marge” Romero. In 2021, the group reformed under the new name Mad Marge and The Troublemakers.
History
Formation and early years
The band formed around 2004 in the High Desert area of California. The original lineup included Alicia Romero (vocals), Matt Romero (guitar), Edgar Villareal (double bass), and Dan Carlton (drums). They quickly built a following in the U.S. psychobilly underground, known for high-energy shows and Ridenour's powerful stage presence.
Their self-titled debut album was released on Baseline Music, Hairball Records, and El Chupacabra Records in the mid-2000s, and was reissued on vinyl in 2023.[1]
Liberated!
In 2007, the band released their second full-length album, Liberated!, on People Like You Records. The album included tracks like “Dial Z for a Zombie” and “Drove Me Mad,” showcasing a rawer, more melodic side of psychobilly with punk influences.[2]
They gained a following beyond the U.S., touring internationally and playing festivals in Europe. The band was praised for combining psychobilly's edge with accessible songwriting and a strong visual identity.
Hiatus and reformation
By the early 2010s, the band became inactive. In 2021, Alicia Romero, along with original members Matt Romero and Edgar Villareal, returned to the stage under the new name Mad Marge and The Troublemakers.[3] The new lineup includes:
- Vocals – Alicia “Mad Marge” Romero
- Guitar – Matt Romero
- Bass – Edgar Villareal
- Drums – Brent Ventimiglia
Their first release as The Troublemakers was the single “Electric Love” in 2021, followed by the digital EP Second Time Around in 2022. In late 2022, they released the full-length album It’s a Mad, Mad World, available digitally and later on coloured vinyl in 2023.[4]
Musical style
The band's sound mixes classic psychobilly upright bass and rockabilly rhythms with punk aggression and anthemic choruses. Ridenour's vocal style—by turns gritty and melodic—set the band apart in a scene historically dominated by male-fronted acts.
Tracks like “Shake,” “Hardest Thing,” and “Weight of the World” illustrate their range from psychobilly stompers to emotional punk ballads.[3]
Members
Mad Marge & the Stonecutters (2004–c.2006)
- Alicia “Mad Marge” Romero – vocals
- Matt Romero – guitar
- Edgar Villareal – double bass
- Dan Carlton – drums
Mad Marge & the Stonecutters (2006–2007)
- Alicia “Mad Marge” Romero – vocals
- Matt Romero – guitar
- Brian Burnham - guitar
- Matt Salamanca - bass
- Pumba Wartelle - drums
Mad Marge & the Stonecutters (2008–2013)
- Alicia “Mad Marge” Romero – vocals
- Matt Romero – guitar
- Brian Burnham - guitar
- Edgar Villareal – double bass
- Dan Carlton – drums
Mad Marge and The Troublemakers (2021–present)
- Alicia “Mad Marge” Romero – vocals
- Matt Romero – guitar
- Edgar Villareal – bass
- Brent Ventimiglia – drums
Discography
As Mad Marge & the Stonecutters
- Mad Marge & the Stonecutters (Baseline Music / Hairball / El Chupacabra, ~2005; reissued 2023)[1]
- Liberated! (People Like You Records, 2007)[2]
As Mad Marge and The Troublemakers
As Mad Marge
- It's A Mad, Mad World (album, 2022; vinyl 2023)[5]
References
- ^ a b "Mad Marge & the Stonecutters". Discogs. Retrieved 17 July 2025.
- ^ a b "Liberated!". Discogs. Retrieved 17 July 2025.
- ^ a b c d "Second Time Around". Bandcamp. Retrieved 17 July 2025.
- ^ "It's a Mad, Mad World". Bandcamp. Retrieved 17 July 2025.
- ^ "It's a Mad, Mad World". Crazy LoveR ecords. Retrieved 18 July 2025.
External links
- Mad Marge & the Stonecutters on Discogs
- Mad Marge and The Troublemakers on Discogs
- Mad Marge official Bandcamp