Songs
I Don't Do Dirt
The lyrics of I Don't Do Dirt were written by our good mate, the late Stuart Ratcliffe in the late 90s. He was always moved by the colonisation of Australia and the displacement of our First Peoples. These lyrics were passed onto us at his funeral in January 2026, so we jammed on a tune that night and brought his song to life. Not sure why we channelled Louie Armstrong, but it somehow works. Enjoy I Don't Do Dirt, our unsynchronised dancing and our ghostly appearance. Paul Matthews, Jeff Woodward, Keith Greenwell and Johnny Jacobs. Thanks Stu!
I Can Make You Happy
A song written from an encounter with an angry spirit. An entity that wanted to wreak havoc on any intruders. Plenty of swear words and we did our best to pacify through raising the vibrations and writing a song about understanding depression and rage and taking it to a happier place.
Moving On
'Moving On' by Ghost Owned. Our first single and film clip from our EP Grave Concerns! As paranormal investigators, we’ve seen and heard a few things. This song is our heartfelt (and slightly spooky) ode to those who linger a bit too long in this earthly realm. Written during an impromptu jam session in a cemetery (yes, we really did that!), we aimed to help a lost soul find their way into the light. Spoiler alert: it worked! But did spirit did need plenty of encouragement. ‘Moving on’ was born from this encounter. The film clip features some haunting visuals, including us with angels, a few unexpected jump scares, and a whole lot of good vibes. So move on, feel your angels and download the EP now. Let’s help those spirits in moving on👻🎸
Steampunk Festival 2025 - The gig!
We’re excited to share a highlights package from our recent gig at the Dimboola festival on April 12, 2025. While the sound mix isn’t perfect, we couldn’t be happier with how the show turned out overall. As the only band out there writing songs inspired by ghosts, we fit right in with the steampunk theme and had an absolute blast performing. This video captures most of our set, featuring some standout moments and a few quirks in the audio.
Punk Monk (jazz / blues version)
A live recording of our Ghost Owned classic; Punk Monk infused with original footage from the film clip. Featuring Jeff Woodward, Steve Ambrose, Paul Matthews and Keith Greenwell. A mirror of truth and a shredder of lies....
Fungi Funguy
Dive into a vibrant auditory adventure with our latest Ghost Owned single, "Fungi Funguy"! This catchy anthem blends crunchy guitar riffs with an unforgettable chorus that’s sure to lift your spirits and ignite your imagination. As we explore the healing potential of magic mushrooms, the song highlights snippets from news reels that illuminate the connection between psychedelics and mental health. With trippy visuals accompanying our sound, "Fung Funguy" is more than just a song—it's a journey towards positivity and awareness.
Ghost Driver
A song written from a story of a racing car driver in the 1920's being decapitated in a freak driving accident thus creating the Ghost Driver. Single now available on all music streaming platforms.
Sixth Sense
A song written on another paranormal adventure. Maybe some ghosts gave us a hand with our sixth sense creating this ethereal tune. Sometimes you just gotta have a sixth sense to talk to the other side. Video shot in the 3km of underground cellars at Seppelt winery in Great Western. Said to be haunted by a few ghosts. Sixth Sense. A song by Ghost Owned.
Guardian
A song written on another paranormal adventure. Video shot in the 3km of underground cellars at Seppelt winery in Great Western. Said to be haunted by a few ghosts.
Ghost Owned - Gothic Festival Full Gig
In our first public performance, Ghost Owned played at the Kangaroo Hotel in Maldon on Saturday 5 August 2023 as part of the Goldfields Gothic Festival. The quality is not great but will give you an idea of the songs we have written in and around haunted locations since our paranormal song writing journey began. Great to have Jeff Woodward on guitar joining us to bring our songs to life, death and any between bits. Enjoy!
A Zombie love song (Carla)
Most people driving on the Princess Highway east of Darnum have no knowledge of the area known as Dead Man's Gully. A single grave tucked down an embankment has been there since 1877. The Cemeteries Act outlaws any burial outside of a cemetery so mystery surrounds how this grave came to be. It is believed to be the resting place of a 45 year old railway worker who died on the job. We did an investigation with evidence suggesting that the grave was empty (no we didn't dig!). The name Carla came up on the Spirit Box along with the word zombie. So we have a love story to tell by song. A zombie love story at Dead Man's Gully. Shot in two locations with railway permission (no trains were running and no zombies were harmed).
Punk Monk (orginal)
Another song written under the influence of ghosts. A song about just throwing it all away and becoming a futurist mystic. Written by the Paranormal Investigator Star Search team. Recorded at the Great Stupa in Bendigo and on Welshmans Reef in the middle of BF nowhere. Enjoy.
Tourette's of the Soul
Shot in an abandoned mental asylum in both daylight and darkness, this track turned out to be a crowd favourite for the many ghosts watching. Tourettes of the Soul is all about the spiral of change and a certain denial of ones trajectory. Complete with straight jacket and a visit to the morgue fridge, nothing changes until you do
Best Life
A paranormal adventure is never complete without writing a song inspired by everything around us. This song just burst through. It really is the best life. Recorded in SA and filmed at Portland Lighthouse in a rough and ready mix with Keith wrapping some best life words and Paul playing some crappy lead. The worst lip-syncing but we love it. Enjoy.
Ghost Train
A song we wrote with a few ghosts in 2019 about a ghost train. We recorded this in regional Victoria in a creepy motel room in the middle of BF nowhere. All the footage is of us on a train, driving a train, collecting tickets....then a little bit of ectoplasm and a lotta fun in an old homestead. Get on the train. Thanks Puffing Billy and Walhalla railway for your good spirits.
Gone
This song is about relationships and people that have passed and are gone but never forgotten. Inspired in a cemetery with headstones, names and a spirit box. This song is supported by Jeff Woodward on lead guitar. Thanks Jeff! Really gave it some heavenly vibes at the end. The clip was shot in Kapunda and Robe cemetery in South Australia. Enjoy Gone.
Ghost Song (Live)
This song was recorded live in the Walhalla rotunda in the early hours on July 6 2017. The ghosts of the rotunda also added a bit to the song with the magic of music memos. Part of Paul and Keith's Paranormal Investigator Star Search tour, the song was inspired by an inscription on a tombstone in the Walhalla cemetery.
About Us — Ghost Owned
Ghost Owned is the song writing duo of Paul Matthews and Keith Greenwell with Jeff Woodward as the muisical mastermind added in 2023. As part-time paranormal investigators, they travel to haunted locations and try to write songs with ghosts. Usually something happens. Whether it's the ghosts or inspiration, who knows. A mix of folk, indie, alternative and rock fused with lyrics that are sometimes deep, sometimes fun and sometimes just crap. And for the investigations, Kate -Ida Lee joins the Ghost Owned team as a medium. She can also hear the lyrics for us!
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