How The First Omen Rewrote the Omen Lore and Created More Questions than Answers, By Dawn Colclasure

NOTE: This article contains spoilers for the movie! When The Omen was released in 1976, it took the horror movie world by storm. It rewrote the end times narrative, put a nice spin on conspiracy theories surrounding the Catholic Church, and created an Antichrist movie unlike any other. Sequels followed, with mediocre results. Critics lovedContinue reading "How The First Omen Rewrote the Omen Lore and Created More Questions than Answers, By Dawn Colclasure"

9 Horror Stories: The Sequel by Josh Darling book review by Michael Errol Swaim

“Machine Gun Prose,” the blurb by Ramsey Campbell on the front of the book says. If that isn’t enough to interest you, then maybe this review will. Short fiction will always have a special place in my soul. I love to read it. I love to write it. I’ve been reading and writing most ofContinue reading "9 Horror Stories: The Sequel by Josh Darling book review by Michael Errol Swaim"

The Weirdest Festivals in the USA

by Nora B. Peevy                 I got to thinking this morning as I drank sixteen ounces of coffee: there must be some pretty weird festival traditions here in the states, and I let my little fingers guide me to the Google machine. Yep, I was not disappointed. Here’s my list of favorite festivals which areContinue reading "The Weirdest Festivals in the USA"

“The Plot In You” Is The Band For You – By Shannon Smith

The Plot in You, hailing from Hancock, Ohio is an American Metalcore band founded in 2010 by frontman Landon Tewers, with members Josh Childress on guitar, Ethan Yoder on bass, and Michael Cooper on drums. The band has a strong discography with 5 studio albums under their belt and several EPs including their recently releasedContinue reading "“The Plot In You” Is The Band For You – By Shannon Smith"

10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About the Poltergeist Movies – An Article By Dawn Colclasure

Dawn Colclasure is a writer in Oregon. She writes poetry, essays, articles, short stories and book reviews. She is the author and co-author of several books. Come see what she has to say about Poltergeist!

Arena Wars Drops June 25th! Movie Review By Michael Errol Swaim

In the year 2045 Arena Wars is the number one sporting event show that sees unarmed prisoners fight to the death against armed, and enhanced killers for their freedom. They must survive seven separate arenas that each contain one of seven horrifying killers from high security prisons with high kill counts to win the Arena Wars. With names such as Meatwagon, Mr. Smiles, and Cutie Pie, these killers are not to be trifled with.

Maggots Screaming by Max Booth III – Book Review By Michael Errol Swaim

            “Maggots Screaming” is a triumph of body horror from the author of “We Need to Do Something.”             “The family that decays together, stays together,” the blurb on the cover says. When I saw the title, I wasn’t sure what to expect from this book, and this being my first Max Booth III read,Continue reading "Maggots Screaming by Max Booth III – Book Review By Michael Errol Swaim"

LISTEN UP! Top Ten Underrated Bands!

Okay, weirdos... I promised to cover "alternative lifestyles" on this blog, and I know one thing for sure: Where you find ALT LIFE, you find MUSIC. BUT... if you have ever uttered the (bullshit) phrase: "That's not singing. That's screaming"... This article is not for you. Or... Maybe it is! Because you have a lotContinue reading "LISTEN UP! Top Ten Underrated Bands!"

Abigail – A Movie Review By Michael Errol

Abigail is the new R-rated horror film from Universal Pictures starring Alisha Weir as the titular character along with Angus Cloud, Melissa Barrera, Kathryn Newton, Kevin Durand, Dan Stevens, and William Catlett. With memorable cameos by Giancarlo Esposito and Mathew Goode. The film starts off fast, following a group of criminals who work to kidnapContinue reading "Abigail – A Movie Review By Michael Errol"