Chicago, 1924.
For jazz-trumpeter Lester Lane, the “Windy City” is about to get a whole lot windier. On the run from the mob, Lester scores a desperate gig for his trio – dapper pianist Hank Arvin, with old-timer “Iron Willie” on drums (among other things). Only trouble is, the booking is for a funeral, over in the backwoods of Illinois – where they sure ain’t never heard of Tiger Rag. What happens then proves to Lester and his band that a White Zombie is far, far more than a fancy cocktail…
Praise for Deadbeats:
“A gloriously radical departure from tradition, yet still treated with every inch the same level of love and professional pride will inspire giddy delight in all fans of horror.” – SciFi Now
“This book makes you realise that most horror stories would be improved by a (largely) trouserless drummer.” – Your Days Are Numbered
