Frankie and the Witch Fingers is a psychedelic rock band that originated in Bloomington, Indiana. Known for their energetic live performances and unique sound, the band has gained popularity in the underground music scene. Their music is characterized by distorted guitars, heavy drums, and catchy melodies. Frankie and the Witch Fingers' music draws influences from various genres such as garage rock, punk, and psychedelia. They have released several albums and EPs over the years, each showcasing their experimental and genre-blending style. Some of their notable releases include "ZAM" (2019), "Brain Telephone" (2017), and "Heavy Roller" (2016).
Some of their notable releases include "ZAM" (2019), "Brain Telephone" (2017), and "Heavy Roller" (2016). The band members of Frankie and the Witch Fingers consist of Dylan Sizemore (vocals, guitar), Glenn Brigman (guitar), Alex Bulli (bass), and Josh Menashe (drums). Together, they create a dynamic and tight-knit musical unit that delivers high-energy performances.
New Bedford Witch Says She’s the Target of Arson, Harassment
UPDATE: New Bedford Police have arrested Amanda Alves, 30, of New Bedford in relation to the March 30 incident, charging her with the burning of land/tree/lumber/producer and vandalizing property. Sunday night's incident is still under investigation and more charges may be forthcoming.
NEW BEDFORD — A New Bedford business owner, who is also a witch, says she is being targeted for her beliefs after a fire was intentionally set outside her shop Sunday night.
Lucky Cabral, who owns Sanctum Folklorica, an apothecary and witchwares shop on Purchase Street, said the incident on April 4 was just the latest in a month-long string of incidents in which she has been targeted by a woman who Cabral says has an issue with her Wicca religion.
“To be honest, I don’t know exactly all of the reasons it is happening,” Cabral said. “What we do know is that she’s been buying sage all over downtown, and when people ask her why she is back and how could she have gone through all that sage so quickly, she tells them she’s trying to get rid of a bad witch.”
Get our free mobile appNew Bedford Police say they have logged three incidents since March 2 at Sanctum Folklorica, while Cabral said there have actually been four incidents in that timeframe. When asked by WBSM News if the string of incidents are being investigated as hate crimes, police spokesperson Melissa Batchilder said the department is “taking this situation very seriously.”
Batchilder said the first incident reported to police was on March 2. Cabral said she wasn’t too worried at first, because they were all “harmless incidents” and that it was “very apparent that she needed mental help.” The woman would allegedly do things such as douse the shop and the cart outside with holy water, but “nothing dangerous,” Cabral said.
On March 28, the woman returned and according to Cabral, attempted to “smudge” the shop by making “a small campfire of sage in my doorway,” Cabral said. A warrant was issued for the woman’s arrest as a result of the incident, police said.
Then, on April 2 – Good Friday – the woman allegedly stole the cart from outside the shop.
“She dragged it up Union Street to the ‘Black Lives Matter’ wall, moved it around, doused it with holy water, moved it, doused it, moved it, doused it – her actions were very apparent for mental illness,” Cabral said.
Then on Easter Sunday, a fire was reported at around 10 p.m. outside Sanctum Folklorica. Cabral said the cart outside the shop was set on fire, and that she believes it is the same woman who has been targeting her that lit the fire.
“That’s big enough that the fire could have been dangerous to the building,” Cabral said. “There’s a woman who lives above the shop who is elderly and is on oxygen, so this could have been catastrophic.”
Courtesy Lucky Cabral Courtesy Lucky Cabral loading.While the woman in question already does have a warrant out for allegedly setting the previous fire, she could be facing additional charges if police determine she was responsible for the Sunday night fire as well.
“An investigation is currently underway for the incident last night,” Batchilder said. “We strongly encourage anyone with information on any of these incidents to please contact the NBPD directly.”
While Cabral said she previously felt the woman just needed mental help, she said “the gloves are off at this point.”
“Now that it’s come down to arson, that it could potentially threaten the lives of people upstairs, I’m going to prosecute her to whatever means I can possibly prosecute her to ensure she gets the help that she needs,” she said.
While Cabral has never had a chance to speak to the woman to find out why she is allegedly targeting her, she said she has “heard a rumor” that it may relate to an item in the shop being a family heirloom of the woman.
“If I’ve got her family heirloom in my shop, I don’t want it. It belongs to her, rightfully so, and I’d be glad to give it back to her,” Cabral said. “But I hope it’s not just because I’m a witch. The place is called ‘Sanctum’ because it’s meant to be a sanctuary for all religious practices.”
Frankie and the Witch Fingers have gained a strong following through their captivating live shows, often described as a whirlwind of sound and psychedelic visuals. Their onstage presence is known to be electric and engaging, leaving audiences wanting more. In addition to their live performances, Frankie and the Witch Fingers have received critical acclaim for their recorded music. Their albums have been praised for their creative songwriting, intricate instrumentation, and overall sonic experience. Although they initially started as a local band, Frankie and the Witch Fingers have expanded their reach and have toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe. They have also performed at various music festivals, further solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene. Overall, Frankie and the Witch Fingers are a band that pushes the boundaries of rock music. With their experimental sound and captivating live performances, they continue to captivate audiences and establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the psychedelic rock genre.
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