Beasts of Bourbon

Beasts of Bourbon, an Australian rock 'n' roll band from Sydney, New South Wales, formed in 1983. Despite limited commercial success, they are recognized for their significant influence and critical acclaim, helping to define the Australian swamp rock subgenre. The band's lineup has been fluid, with members frequently splintering off and reforming, leading to its description as a "supergroup" featuring prominent musicians from the swamp rock scene.

The music of Beasts of Bourbon has often been likened to a rawer version of The Rolling Stones, with whom they shared a cover of "Cocksucker Blues." They also drew comparisons to The Gun Club, with whom they shared stages and even band members, and The Birthday Party. In Germany, their sound was famously described as "Muddy Waters on crack." Their music is characterized by a potent blend of country, blues, rock and roll, and punk, filtered through the raw, garage sound reminiscent of The Stooges and the boisterous energy of Australian pub rock. Lyrical themes frequently explore depravity, morbidity, despair, drug abuse, and violence.