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Trilogy of Terror still terrorizing 40 years later

Josh DavisJosh DavisMarch 4, 2015

On March 4, 1975, cult classic Horror film Trilogy of Terror first premiered as an ABC Movie of the Week Special. Still reigning in terror after four decades, it was written by the late Richard Matheson (Stir of Echoes 1999, I Am Legend 2007) and became a timeless classic ... Read More

Islander – Violence and Destruction (Album Review)

Josh DavisJosh DavisFebruary 23, 2015

Hailing from Greenville, South Carolina, quartet Islander stands before the world, ready for its acceptance. Although they have been jamming together since 2006, they did not officially form a band until five years later in 2011. Coming from the Post-Hardcore school of Metal, Islander add a touch of Rap Metal ... Read More

36 Crazyfists – Time and Trauma (Album Review)

Josh DavisJosh DavisFebruary 17, 2015

If any band deserves to bang their heads with the greats, it is 36 Crazyfists. Created in Anchorage, Alaska, back in 1994, the band consisted of vocalist Brock Lindow, bassist JD Stuart, guitarist Ryan Brownell, drummer Thomas Noonan, and guitarist Steve Holt. Sustaining some major ... Read More

The Anatomy of a Remake: A Nightmare on Elm Street

Josh DavisJosh DavisFebruary 12, 2015

On November 16th, 1984, an icon in cinematic history was born. His name was Freddy Krueger, and he was about to give the kids of Elm Street some nasty nightmares. A Nightmare on Elm Street redefined not only slashers, but also the Horror genre itself. ... Read More

The Remaining (Movie Review)

Josh DavisJosh DavisFebruary 9, 2015

Disaster flicks come in many shapes and sizes these days. The genre itself has been used in many different ways and sometimes new material can get scarce. 2014’s The Remaining, on the other hand, is a breath of fresh air and in a mostly tired subject. Produced ... Read More

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Trilogy of Terror still terrorizing 40 years later

Islander – Violence and Destruction (Album Review)

36 Crazyfists – Time and Trauma (Album Review)

The Anatomy of a Remake: A Nightmare on Elm Street

The Remaining (Movie Review)

Trilogy of Terror still terrorizing 40 years later

Islander – Violence and Destruction (Album Review)

36 Crazyfists – Time and Trauma (Album Review)

The Anatomy of a Remake: A Nightmare on Elm Street

The Remaining (Movie Review)

This Week In Horror Movie History – Cannibal Holocaust (1980)

This Week In Horror Movie History – Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III (1990)

This Week In Horror Movie History – Return to Horror High (1987)

Developing Artist Showcase – Crystal Joilena

Developing Artist Showcase – Faster on Fire

Developing Artist Showcase – Bleacher Days

Interview – Maddie Hasson

Interview – UFO’s Phil Mogg

Interview – Clayne Crawford & Summer Shelton

Amy Shark – Sunday Sadness (Album Review)

Crimson Peak (4K Ultra HD Review)

SubmerseD – Grand Illusion Army (Album Review)