The 1870s were a rough time in Kansas. Travelers and settlers on the frontier struggled against the odds to make even a modest living. The Bender family had a unique method of survival: murder. CW: forced relocation, murder of adults and children, suicide

HorrorAddicts.net Season 19 #HorrorCon * Episode# 234 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 234 | Gothic Romance Throwdown | Bestial Mouths GUESTS: Carrie Sessarego, Daphne Strasert, Emerian Rich http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts234.mp3 Find all articles and interviews …

Colonial Australia was used by the British to house prisoners in the late 1800s. Pentridge Prison began as a stockade in 1851 and grew into one of the most infamous prisons in Victoria, both for its size and the brutality of the punishments suffered by its inmates.

HorrorAddicts.net Season 19 #HorrorCon * Episode# 233 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 233 | Asian Poet Special | Super Nova GUESTS: Angela Yuriko Smith, Lee Murray, Ai Jung, K.P. Kulski, Geneve Flynn http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts233.mp3 Find all articles and i…

Have you ever wondered why paranormal investigators use certain devices to detect ghosts? It all has to do with theories about what ghosts are. In this episode, we explore theories about ghosts throughout history. Is there room for the possibility that they exist? Maybe.

Cover Photo by Pascal Bauret https://www.instagram.com/pascal.de.paris.fotos/ It’s the battle of decades. How do Gen Z and Millennials define goth differently, has goth lost it’s mystery and magic when we can access everything online, what makes us cringe, where does each group stand on gatekeeping and politics, how do we go about including new gen…

All good things must come to an end, and so too has The Arcane Machine. Celebrating their 50th chapter milestone, Ed and Justin go out with a bang, spinning some of their favorite music from beyond the veil. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane Machine is a monthly show with supplemental content …

For this winter holiday special, Hallie dives into the folklore of Iceland to talk about the terrifying creatures of midwinter. Who are they, what are their origins , and what has become of them in the modern era?

On this episode we discuss why no one knows what the hell 'darkwave' is, explore Trae's piano fetish, oh and we review some albums as well. If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon! Attrition - The Black Maria Of note: This episode was recorded before the tragic death of Steve Albini, which is why this was not brought up during our discu…

East meets West on this month’s chapter, where we open the show with some great industrial acts from Japan like Schaft, Mad Capsule Markets, and Schwarz Stein. Then we head west and spin some tracks from Poland’s C.H.District, German artist Paul van Dyk, and the UK’s London After Midnight, plus more! We hope you enjoy this global selection of fanta…

CW: Processing of dead animals, killing of insects, poaching and killing of bats. In this episode, Hallie talks with Audrey Ko of Odd Taxidermy about how she got her start, the types of taxidermy and the ups and downs of the industry. There is a more chatty version of this episode available on Patreon.…

In this 4th instalment of the MCP's plants series, we discuss carnivorous plants: their traps, their habitats, and how to care for your own meat-eating plant.

Just like the title says, this month we’ve got a bunch of music that falls all along the spectrum of Dark Underground, from the lo-fi spookiness of The Kentucky Vampires to highly-produced industrial from Shotgun Messiah and 51 Miles Away. Plus, new music from Fenix F, J:Dead, and more! Special thanks to MadFace for suggesting this month’s listener…

HorrorAddicts.net Season 19 #HorrorCon * Episode# 232 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 232 | Horror Comic Bok Throwdown | Delusive Relics | GUESTS: Mark Orr, J. Malcolm Stewart, Jay Hartlove http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts232.mp3 Find all articles and interviews …

CW: Belief in the supernatural, mental illness, religious doctrine, refute of religious doctrine, ritual abuse, suicide, and religious persecution. For Halloween this year, Hallie dives into the supernatural world to explore the practice of exorcism. From the early mesopotamian demons of the desert to modern day demons, famous exorcists and infamou…

Then Comes Silence - Stay Strange Corpus Delicti - Chaos The Bellwether Syndicate - Noir Thing The Wraith - Afterlife Sweet Ermengarde - The 5th Horizon October Burns Black - Divide and Conquer All Hallows Eve feat. Tim Chandler - All Hallows Eve (Bathouse Club Mix) The Eden House - One Heart The Faces of Sarah - Turn Away La Scaltra - Dancing On D…

Why did goths change the way they interacted with outsiders after Columbine, why was fashion of the time starkly different from today, why was gatekeeping part of the scene in the first place, and why weren’t goths allowed to smile before 2010. All this and more as we walk through the story of goth in the late 90’s and early 2000’s with a panel of …

We're speaking with Natasha Sharf about goth drama, debating whether goth is an umbrella term or not, exploring the impact of goth fashion leaking into the mainstream and much more! Authored Books | Prog Magazine | Young Limbs Numb Hymns If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Turning Goth 2:41 Is goth too serious 11:00 Inf…

Double Eyelid - Fallen Unwoman - The Body Attrition - The Alibi Deathdance - I Am Your Blood Kirlian Camerta - Winter (In Memory Of Adrian Borland) Null Device - True Faith Betty X - The Chauffeur The Shadow Mejlis - Love In Flames Chelsea Wolfe - House Of Self-Undoing Mark E Moon - The Signal And The Noise Trouble Fait' - Maybe Tomorrow Principe V…

We're speaking with Willow Scarlet about South Asian fashion in the goth scene, the need for diversity in goth music, their experience as a goth in India and more. If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Cultural Influence in Goth Music 6:30 South Asian Goth Aesthetic 16:40 What is Goth Music 33:10 Queer Identity 37:30 What…

Originally published on Sep 21, 2023 In this episode, Hallie talks with Alicia Williams aka LadyTaphos on TikTok about how her hobby/therapy of cleaning headstones grew into a full time job thanks to social media.

This month’s chapter features some great new tunes and some classic favorites. We’re checking out Cyberaktif’s recent release alongside a brand new single from Rotersand, and a few picks from 2023 that were close runners-up to our top picks chapter last month. We’ve also got some classics from Shreikback, Meat Beat Manifesto, and Coil. Special than…

Often called the Dyatlov Pass Incident of the 70s, the Chivruay Pass Tragedy has similar elements: 10 students go hiking in the snowy Russian mountains and are later found frozen to death. They also share a cloud of mystery and intrigue that may or may not be true.

It’s our January chapter, and that means a look back at the music of the previous year. 2023 was a fantastic year for dark underground music, seeing releases from veteran artists and newcomers alike. Justin and Ed spin some of their favorites on this month’s show! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Ar…

The Wraith - Only Shadows Remain Beasto Blanco - Run For Your Life Horror Vacui - Distressed Christine Plays Viola - Jackie's Curse Corlyx - Ghost Of The West Coast Malefixio - Estoy Dentro Lovelorn Dolls - Beautiful Chaos The Silence Industry - Anyways, I'm Running To You Sword Tongue - To My Apparition SENEX IV - Vampyre D'Amour Tears For The Dyi…

On this episode we speak with Vincent and Victor about their project, Gothe Residency of the Arts. We’ll debate the place of AI art, explore whether goth can still transgress or has become too safe, wax poetic about the role of art in the goth community and more. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over …

Ed and Justin spread some holiday jeer with a few sprinkles of wintertime treats. We’ve got a great Christmas tune from Ministry’s Al Jourgenson, an ice-cold ballad from Grey Gallows, and a bunch more from artists like Twin Tribes, Aurelio Voltaire, KANGA, and more! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The …

Vision Video - In My Side (Modern Horror Version) Tenderlash - Inferno (DX Cojo Twin Doors To Hell Remix) Vacant Windows - Real Life Former Humans - Spirit In A Darkened Room - Mission Mekong - Going-Numb Cliff and Ivy - We Ignite Devoted Sinners - The Unbearable Weight of Love ST///LL - Last Ride Byronic Sex & Exile - Kiss Of The Firebrand Cathedr…

Azy, Ryan and Trae get together to discuss what the future of goth holds and whether goth music has gone stale. Obscura Undead, YouTube, Bandcamp WitchHands, Circumversor, The Arbitrarium If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Azy Suggestions: -Violet Stigmata -High on a Merry go Round Ryan…

This month we’ve got some great selections! Justin spins some classic goth and industrial tunes, while Ed has (accidentally?) created a running theme with his tracks. Can you figure out what it is? Enjoy picks from Die Krupps, The Sisters of Mercy, Skeletal Family, Zwaremachine, and more! Huge thanks to LonelyAssassin96 for submitting a request for…

Playing tracks by The Glass House Museum, Deliverance, The Waning Moon, Jesucrisis, Terminal Kiss and more.

HorrorAddicts.net Season 18 Manor of Frights, Episode# 230 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe Special Guests: Ari and Cam ************************************ HALLOWEEN SEASON FINALE SPECIAL! 230 | Rosetta Yorke | Metamorph | Ghost Girls http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts230.mp3 Find all articles and int…

Welcome to our annual October Halloween chapter! Each year, we choose a scary theme to celebrate the season, and this year is death. Justin and Ed spin some great tracks and explore how different artists treat the finality of life. We’ve got some big names in this one, ranging from Type O Negative to David Bowie to Wumspcut! Send your listener subm…

We talk to Dr. Jordan Soper, certified Sex Therapist and Psychologist, about the overwhelming sexualization of goth girls, the relationship of depression to goths, porn and much more! We also hear some new singles from Blood Bells and Gothnetic. Find Dr. Soper on IG, TikTok and Youtube If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bo…

HorrorAddicts.net Season 18 Manor of Frights, Episode# 229 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 229 | Michael Fassbender | Gleaming | Bedeviled Books http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts229.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net 24 days till…

We’re discussing whether or not modern goth is stale, why so many of us are burned out on Darkwave and Post-Punk, reviewing the new album from TELARAÑA and reviewing a slew of recent album releases! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Intro 00:00 Is Goth Music Stale 2:45 Darkwave Burnout…

We speak with Emma to uncover the insights gleaned from her PhD study, which surveyed thousands of goths across dozens of countries! We’ll explore the relationship of death to goth identity, what truly makes goth fashion unique, debate the role the internet has played in the development of goth culture and more. Read her article here, on page 74. I…

Playing tracks by The Palace Of Tears, Dead Cool, The Neuro Farm, Astari Nite, Chrysanthemum Ballroom and more.

HorrorAddicts.net Season 18 Manor of Frights, Episode# 228 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 228 | Ollie Fox | Meersein | Creepy Closets http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts228.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net 38 days till Halloween…

The Halloween season is getting closer by the minute, and we’ve got some great music to start getting you in the mood. Check out some old-school goth from UK Decay, an incredible industrial metal track from Silent Planet, a Duran Duran cover from Batavia, and so much more! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.co…

HorrorAddicts.net Season 18 Manor of Frights, Episode# 227 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 227 | DW Milton | 40 Octaves Below | Fiendish Flowers http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts227.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net 52 days till…

HorrorAddicts.net Season 18 Manor of Frights, Episode# 226 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 226 | D.J. Pitsiladis | Morocco + Mach Fox | Malevolent Maids http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts226.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net 66 d…

This month we speak to YouTube's Random Goth Couple about a range of topics! We consider whether or not goth's love of the 80's has caused it to stagnate, the role of goth aesthetic in popular culture, what the scene is like in Ireland, and even what our favorite Anime's are. We also hear from the bands Cemetery Siren and Allie Frost on All Goth Co…

This month’s chapter is dedicated to avoiding suntans at all cost, making sure your makeup is sweatproof, and cursing the heavens for not making latex breathable. We’ve got music from Blaqk Audio, Pailhead, Fields Of The Nephilim, Aesthetic Perfection, and more. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arca…

HorrorAddicts.net Season 18 Manor of Frights, Episode# 225 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 225 | BF Vega | SINthetik Messiah | Sinister Sacrifices http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts225.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net 80 days ti…

We are reviewing the newest album from Voyna as well as a new crop of fresh darkwave, post-punk and goth releases. We also hear from Azy Bats as they interview Lovataraxx, Pleasure Victim and Happy Phantom! Album Review: Voyna - And the Heresies... Sinister Suggestions: 49:00 -Alien Skin - Black Dance Days -Human tetris - Two Rooms -Deti Nosferatu …

HorrorAddicts.net Season 18 Manor of Frights, Episode# 224 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 224 | Jason Fischer | Luna Del Luna | Murderous Mechinisms http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts224.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.net 93 days…

A fantastic mix of music this month as we visit some classic and some new releases. We’ve got historical industrial from Rasputina, some chillout grooves from My Life With the Thrill Kill Kult, and new music from bands like The Anix and Nouveau Arcade to name but a few! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! …

HorrorAddicts.net Season 18 Manor of Frights, Episode# 223 Horror Hostess: Emerian Rich Intro Music by: Valentine Wolfe ************************************ 223 | Barend Nieuwstraten III | Jonathan Christian | Seductive Sirens http://traffic.libsyn.com/horroraddicts/HorrorAddicts223.mp3 Find all articles and interviews at: http://www.horroraddicts.…

The Breath Of Life - Down We Go Octavian Winters - Undertow Aeon Sable - Burning In Black Ashes Fallen - Damn Me Heartbreak Noir - Lift The Veil Our Frankenstein - Illuminate Johnny Tupolev - Sunshine and Rain The Polybus Cabinet - Doorway KK Verkefni - Gyðja Okkar Hanging Freud - Falling Tooth Tantrum Zentrum - Don't Be a Fascist Death Party UK - …