Kid Souf, DRAGULA | COVERS

In the 14^th edition of COVERS (2026), Kid Souf delivers a compelling rendition of “DRAGULA,” originally performed by Rob Zombie.

[otw_shortcode_dropcap label=”A” size=”large” border_color_class=”otw-no-border-color” shadow=”shadow” square=”square”]h, it’s time to get cozy and cover up! In COVERS, we highlight a musician or band covering songs by another musician. COVERS focuses solely on the musician who covers.  It is open to established and lesser-known musicians. In the 14^th edition of COVERS (2026), Kid Souf delivers a compelling rendition of “DRAGULA”, originally performed by Rob Zombie.[/otw_shortcode_dropcap]

[nx_pullquote]“Dead I am the one/ Exterminatin’ son / Slipppin’ through the trees / Stranglin’ the breeze.”[/nx_pullquote] Ooh-wee, that sounds incredibly dark and damning 😱. There is no doubt that is what hard rocker Rob Zombie (b. 1965), who originally recorded “Dragula”, intended. It appeared on Zombie’s 1998 debut album, Hellbilly Deluxe. Zombie wrote “Dragula” with Scott Humphrey. What is a Dragula, you ask? Well, it’s the coffin-shaped dragster from the iconic 1960s sitcom, The Munsters. Anyways, our focus is not the original song, which is awesome. Instead, we reflect on a fabulous cover of this Zombie gem, pushing 30, by the handsome 😍, talented, and incredibly sickening queer musician, Kid Souf.  He delivers a striking, modern rendition of “DRAGULA” – ALL CAPS, BABY! Joseph J Gardo produced it.

“DRAGULA” has a shorter runtime in Kid Souf’s hands compared to Rob Zombie’s original – a little over two minutes versus three-and-a-quarter minutes. It’s captivating, nonetheless. Notably, Kid Souf eliminates the middle verses.  “DRAGULA” commences with an eerie, noisy, and unsettling instrumental introduction.  This catches the ears and sets the tone.  A distorted guitar riff segues into the bold, sleek, in-your-face musical accompaniment.  The sound masterfully incorporates rock and electronic elements.  It’s more electronic than the original but still embraces rock ‘n’ roll 🤘. Beyond the celestially hellish minor-key backdrop, Kid Souf kicks ass and takes names. His vocals are assertive and chock-full of energy.  His tone, which is edgier, is perfectly suited to this song.  Most of all, he is fierce, bringing ample attitude and personality, which sells this cover. It’s hard to transform a stellar original, particularly from a one-of-one like Rob Zombie, but the Kid ensures “DRAGULA” remains a darkly satisfying listen.