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Saturday Feb 01, 2025
EP811: 10 Horror Films with Kick ASS Rock and Metal Soundtracks
Saturday Feb 01, 2025
Saturday Feb 01, 2025
Here at The Loudini Rock & Roll Circus podcast we love horror films and we love great rock and metal. Put the two together and it you have two great tastes that taste great together. For this years Halloween "Spook-tacular" we will take you on a haunted tour of some of our favorite horror sound tracks that feature great rock and metal bands
What we did this week:
Lily: Kennywood, Disney on ICe,
Loudini: Azrael, Snakes on a plane Retrospective (Minty), Joe Brown on Ike & Tina (Art of Dialogue), Bands shooting themselves in the foot with YouTube (Rock Feed), The early days of MTV (polyphonic), Japanese words that Americans don’t understand (Mrs Eats), Adams Family Retrospective (Minty), Joe Rogan OMG!, R.I.P. Phil Lesh & Teri Gar, A.I. and Loudini
1. Trick or Treat (1986)
- Synopsis: Eddie Weinbauer, a high school outcast and heavy metal fan, discovers that his favorite rock star, Sammi Curr, has died in a mysterious fire. When he plays one of Curr's unreleased albums backward, he unwittingly resurrects the rocker as a supernatural force seeking revenge.
- Soundtrack: The soundtrack features Fastway, a British rock band that composed most of the music for the film, giving it an authentic 80s heavy metal vibe.
- Background: This cult classic explores themes of rebellion and the "Satanic Panic" of the 1980s, with cameo appearances by rock icons Ozzy Osbourne (playing a conservative talk show host) and Gene Simmons.
2. Queen of the Damned (2002)
- Synopsis: Based on Anne Rice’s novel, this film follows vampire Lestat, who awakens from slumber to become a rock star, attracting the attention of other vampires and the ancient Queen Akasha, who wishes to rule alongside him.
- Soundtrack: Korn’s Jonathan Davis worked with composer Richard Gibbs to produce tracks, with contributions from bands like Disturbed, Deftones, and Marilyn Manson.
- Background: The soundtrack was a defining feature, creating a unique, moody soundscape that reflects the gothic and seductive qualities of Rice’s vampire world.
3. The Crow (1994)
- Synopsis: Eric Draven, a musician, returns from the grave to avenge his and his fiancée's murder on the night before Halloween. Guided by a mystical crow, he confronts the killers in a stylized, gritty urban landscape.
- Soundtrack: The dark and atmospheric soundtrack includes Nine Inch Nails, The Cure, Rage Against the Machine, and Stone Temple Pilots.
- Background: The Crow became iconic, partially due to its haunting soundtrack, and remains influential for its combination of rock music with the film's themes of love, vengeance, and loss.
4. Bride of Chucky (1998)
- Synopsis: Killer doll Chucky is resurrected by his former lover, Tiffany. After a ritual goes awry, she’s trapped in a doll’s body as well. Together, the murderous dolls embark on a chaotic journey to find new bodies.
- Soundtrack: The edgy soundtrack features Rob Zombie, Slayer, Judas Priest, and Type O Negative.
- Background: Known for its dark humor, Bride of Chucky refreshed the Child’s Play series, and its soundtrack added a gritty, punk-rock feel to the horror-comedy.
5. Return of the Living Dead (1985)
- Synopsis: When a chemical leaks at a medical supply warehouse, it causes the dead to rise and wreak havoc in a nearby town. A group of punk teens finds themselves at the center of the chaos.
- Soundtrack: The punk-driven soundtrack includes The Cramps, T.S.O.L., and 45 Grave.
- Background: Blending punk culture with zombie horror, this film is notable for its humor, gore, and punk soundtrack, which complements its rebellious, chaotic spirit.
6. Demon Knight (1995)
- Synopsis: A mysterious drifter named Brayker seeks refuge in a rundown hotel while being pursued by a demonic entity called The Collector, who wants a relic Brayker holds.
- Soundtrack: The soundtrack includes Pantera, Megadeth, and Ministry.
- Background: Part of the "Tales from the Crypt" film series, this movie’s soundtrack and horror-action elements captured a blend of supernatural horror with hard-hitting rock.
7. Freddy vs. Jason (2003)
- Synopsis: Freddy Krueger and Jason Voorhees, two iconic killers from horror franchises, come face-to-face in a battle, with teens caught in the crossfire.
- Soundtrack: The soundtrack features Ill Nino, Slipknot, Sepultura, and Spineshank.
- Background: Featuring a high-energy soundtrack, this crossover slasher appealed to metal fans and is known for its adrenaline-filled music.
8. House of 1000 Corpses (2003)
- Synopsis: Two couples on a road trip through rural America stumble upon a bizarre museum run by a man named Captain Spaulding. Their curiosity leads them into the lair of the Firefly family, where terror and madness unfold.
- Soundtrack: The soundtrack, curated by director Rob Zombie, includes songs by Zombie himself along with Buck Owens and The Ramones, adding a gritty, Southern rock vibe.
- Background: Rob Zombie’s directorial debut is heavily influenced by grindhouse films and 1970s horror. The music complements its chaotic and disturbing tone, with Zombie’s own tracks amplifying the twisted atmosphere.
9. Resident Evil (2002)
- Synopsis: Alice, an amnesiac security operative, teams up with a group of commandos to investigate a deadly virus outbreak in a high-tech facility known as The Hive. Their mission pits them against reanimated corpses and mutated creatures.
- Soundtrack: The soundtrack features Slipknot, Marilyn Manson, and Coal Chamber, creating an industrial, high-energy backdrop for the action-horror elements.
- Background: Known for its intense action sequences and blend of horror with sci-fi, the soundtrack’s industrial metal sound contributes to the futuristic, menacing feel of the film.
10. Dracula 2000 (2000)
- Synopsis: In this modern adaptation, Dracula is accidentally revived in New Orleans, where he targets the daughter of the man who once tried to contain him. The story intertwines classic vampire lore with contemporary themes.
- Soundtrack: Featuring bands like Pantera, Slayer, System of a Down, and Linkin Park, the soundtrack is heavy with rock and metal tracks.
- Background: This retelling of the Dracula story embraces a darker, edgier approach, with a soundtrack that enhances its themes of immortality and rebellion against tradition.
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