The Haunted Mansion (#1)

In this first issue, we take a more intimate look at one of Disney's most beloved attractions as the Haunted Mansion comes to life! In this beautifully drawn issue, the dead seek the help of the living to get control back from an evil spirit. Although you can make the argument that the story is pure Disney, the writing is well done and pretty good. In fact, I think it'd make a good movie thus far! So, step into the mansion if you dare to see the fights it contains within... you may like what you see inside.

The Twilight Zone: The Shadow (#1)

After busting up some Nazi scum, the Shadow and friends are hit with a bomb and sent to...you guessed! THE TWILIGHT ZONE! Here Kent is in the body of another when he comes face to face with an old enemy. There is a lot happening as he is forced from one mask to another to, eventually, another. The read and art are great as the Shadow is tossed around as can only happen in the Twilight Zone...wonder what they plan on doing to him in the next issue? I guess I'll have to wait and find out!

Big Trouble in Little China (#23)

So Lo Pan has figured out how to charge a cellphone. ..with some friends in order to unlock the mysteries and the future it holds within. Also, Jack snaps Egg out of an opium haze but he may be too late in 1906. There is a lot happening as they trying to get Jack and company back to the future but, not before they make a mess of old Little China first. Yes, the story has some twists and turns but it is a good read with good art attached. Can't wait to see where it takes us next.

The Jasons - Get Fucked

Hailing from Camp Crystal Lake, we have the newest offering from when Voorhees and the Ramones crash head on in the Jasons! Rocking with short sweet Crystal Lake Horror Punk songs you cannot help but love this band! They will stalk and slash their way into your hearts if they haven't already! The Ramones influence is especially noticeable in the Dee Dee sounding "Crack a Beer" and the awesome "Campmando". If you are already a fan then there is tons to love. If you are not one of the devotees then....well, I am hoping you have seen one of the movies from the Friday the 13th franchise so you know what they Jasons will do to you when they find you. This album is just fun and energetic from the beginning to end. If you haven't' guessed, I cannot pick standouts as I am just enjoying the album as I listen to it! So get on this album as you will be thankful you did...and before mother tells her boys to mess you up with their trusty machetes in tow.

The Bastards - Toxic Teens (Single)

In the last couple of months, I think I have done two previous Bastards reviews. Yes, they are a busy acoustic Horror duo as they unleash their new single Toxic Teens. Whether it is a stand alone or a preview of some new work that is laying beyond the horizon, this is an awesome piece of music. Now throw in Monster Mutant Tom into the mix and you have the beginnings of a winning combination! So, if you haven't already done so, check out the Bastards! You can thank me later.

Raizing Hell - Monsters Prefer Blondes

Well well well, from the deep dark and legendary land of Romania, we have the latest offering from Raizing Hell who are kind enough to inform us that Monsters Prefer Blondes. This album is just awesome! In a genre that features a lot of male vocalists, it is nice to hear some female vocals take charge as Liv Decay just thunders away on the tracks. Musically, the rest of the band is just as rocking as the vocals as these monsters are not brain dead in the least but awesome. I am just falling head over heels with this album as it is just some Horror Rock goodness as the songs are dynamic and fun! Even the artwork is just awesome looking! Standouts on the first listen include "I Like it Wrong", "I am the Damned", "Time of the Killer Flies", "This is IT", "The Sun is Down", "Dead Girls Don't Cry", "I'm Not a Monster", "I'm Not Evil (I'm Just Bad)", "Braindead", "Killing Time" and the closing title track "Monsters Prefer Blondes". So, check out why monsters seem to prefer blondes before Raizing Hell comes after you because it will be killing time if you don't give this album a listen soon!

House of Penance (#1)

Anyone who knows the story of the Winchester house and it's original owner's fear along with its. ..let's just call it architectural obscurity with stairs and doors leading to know where because of her fears have some knowledge of the story and premise. The art is great and the colours are vibrant as we get the beginnings of a story that is about to get horrific very quickly judging by my own knowledge and the tone of the book. Awesome release by Dark Horse!