John Fryer Archives

Stabbing Westward – Chasing Ghosts (Album Review)

Lisa BurkeLisa BurkeMarch 16, 2022

Bands come and go, but when they reunite with their original members after many years, the nostalgia creates a warmth even in the coldest soul. Which brings to mind the Illinois-originated Industrial Rock outfit Stabbing Westward. A band that blossomed into fruition back in 1985, ... Read More

Stabbing Westward – Hallowed Hymns (EP Review)

CrypticRockCrypticRockOctober 31, 2020

Let’s face it, 2020 has been a pretty terrible year. From global pandemics to social unrest to the pending no one wins presidential election here in the USA, what do any of us really have to look forward to? Well, if you are a fan ... Read More

Black Needle Noise with Attasalina Premiere Video For “Messages By Dreams”

CrypticRockCrypticRockApril 27, 2018

Most famously known for his list of production works through the years, John Fryer’s reputation proceeds him. Helping shape the sounds of some artist’s most memorable albums, including Nine Inch Nails’ 1989 Pretty Hate Machine, HIM’s 2000 Razorblade Romance, Depeche Mode’s 1981 Speak & Spell, ... Read More

John Fryer

Stabbing Westward – Chasing Ghosts (Album Review)

Stabbing Westward – Hallowed Hymns (EP Review)

Black Needle Noise with Attasalina Premiere Video For “Messages By Dreams”

Stabbing Westward – Chasing Ghosts (Album Review)

Stabbing Westward – Hallowed Hymns (EP Review)

Black Needle Noise with Attasalina Premiere Video For “Messages By Dreams”

This Week In Horror Movie History – Stigmata (1999)

This Week in Horror Movie History – Flash Gordon (1980)

This Week in Horror Movie History – Visiting Hours (1982)

Developing Artist Showcase – Vipërwitch

Developing Artist Showcase – Vermilia

Developing Artist Showcase – Black Smoke Trigger

Interview – Clayne Crawford & Summer Shelton

Interview – Bishop Briggs

Interview – Henry Thomas & Sarah Lind

The Native Howl – Sons of Destruction (Album Review)

The The – Ensoulment (Album Review)

Blood Star (Movie Review)