The Violent Hour Premiere New Single & Music Video "Sex And Cigarettes"

The Violent Hour have released the music video for their single “Sex And Cigarettes,” arriving shortly after the announcement of their first-ever tour. The project is fronted by Carla Harvey (Lords Of Acid, ex-Butcher Babies) and features music co-written by her husband, Charlie Benante (Anthrax, Pantera). The couple, who have long collaborated creatively, officially tied the knot last month.

Since forming The Violent Hour with Benante, Harvey has expanded the lineup into a full live band, now featuring Kiana De Leon on lead guitar, Allie Kay on rhythm guitar, Jewel Steele on bass, and Sasha De Leon on drums.

Speaking about the new video accompanying the track, Harvey shared:

“For the video, I wanted to capture that energy and the instant camaraderie we had as a band in a modern, Russ Meyer-esque fever dream that turns a simple road trip to a gig into absolute madnes. I enlisted director Nathan Mowery to bring the vision to life. He’s not only a filmmaker but also a wrestler, so I knew he’d nail the finale I imagined. I write all my own video treatments and personally scouted most of the locations — from Circus Liquor to L.A.’s infamous Mustang Motel. Even tracking down that badass red convertible was part of the adventure. The final cut is exactly how I dreamed it — gritty, sexy and a little unhinged… just like the song.”