The Demon Beat

**The Demon Beat** was a scrappy garage rock trio hailing from Shepherdstown, West Virginia, known for their raw, blues-infused sound and DIY spirit. Formed in 2005, the band consisted of Tucker Riggleman (bass/vocals), Adam Meisterhans (guitar), and Jordan Hudkins (drums) — a tight-knit crew who churned out riff-heavy tunes with punk-rock urgency. Their music often blended gritty storytelling with a no-frills approach, earning them a loyal following in the underground rock scene.

Over their active years, The Demon Beat self-released a slew of albums and EPs, including raucous tracks like *Bullshit Walks* and *Shit, We're 23*, showcasing their knack for pairing sludgy guitar grooves with wry, relatable lyrics. They toured relentlessly, building a reputation for sweat-soaked live shows that felt like house parties gone gloriously off the rails. Though the band slowed down around the early 2010s, their influence lingered in the DIY circuits, with members staying active in projects like Rozwell Kid (Hudkins) and Riggleman’s solo work. A no-bullshit band for no-bullshit times.