The Castiles

The Castiles
OriginFreehold, New Jersey
GenresGarage rock
Years active1964 (1964)–1968 (1968)
Websitewww.castiles.net/bands.html

The Castiles were a garage rock band that featured vocalist/guitarist/harmonica player Bruce Springsteen, and was formed by guitarist/vocalist George Theiss, with various lineups during its existence. They recorded two songs, and performed throughout New Jersey and New York before disbanding in 1968.

Springsteen went on to a successful recording and touring career, while Theiss continued in various non-notable New Jersey bands. Theiss died on July 13, 2018.