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Dru DeCaro on the making of vampire rock popera "Blood/Love" and the viral success of “Numb Little Bug”

Blood/Love is a vampire musical experience with pop hits and raucous punk music. Co-writer Dru DeCaro discusses its inspirational spooky subjects.

A history of horror punk, from the Damned and Misfits to Alkaline Trio

I Put A Spell On You: Horror-punk roots Horror punk? Well, the cheapest, tackiest horror films have always been part of the cultural detritus that’s informed the punk aesthetic. Think of Ramones’ ode to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, “Chain Saw.” Remember the bloody, dripping creature feature font adorning Iggy And The Stooges’ Raw Power […]

Ludovico Technique exude monstrous gothic energy in “Becoming Numb”

Ludovico Technique have just released a new music video for “Becoming Numb” exclusively via Alternative Press.  “Becoming Numb,” which dropped in March, is the fourth in a series of 13 staggered singles comprising their third album, Haunted People. Preceded by “Live As Myself,” “Up To The Flames” and “Embrace,” the track adds a gritty rock […]

Here’s your ultimate goth guide to survive the summer inside

Summer is that special time of year where days are longer, the sun is brighter and the sound of ice cream trucks can be heard cruising through every suburban neighborhood along with the giggling of children as their feet pitter-patter on the sun-kissed pavement, racing to get their favorite treats. Lightning bugs illuminate the hot […]