Violette Rain’s New Single “Follow the Crows” Evokes Enchanted Autumnal Vibes

Photo credit: Paul Cosby
Photo credit: Paul Cosby

As autumn wraps us up in its crisp embrace and the nights grow longer, there is a song that can be heard emanating from the depths of the forest. At least this is the vision that permeates my mind when I listen to “Follow the Crows” by Violette Rain. The newly released single embraces the spirit of the fall season and All Hallows’ Eve and will bewitch all those who lend an ear to its melody.

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Inside Spinal Dread: A Horror Literature Festival

Anaheim Public Library presents Spinal Dread: Horror Literature and Culture Festival
Anaheim Public Library presents Spinal Dread: Horror Literature and Culture Festival

As a bookworm and horror fanatic, I was thrilled to hear that the Anaheim Public Library in Orange County, CA, was going to be hosting a horror literature festival called Spinal Dread.  The free event featured presentations, workshops, and vendors. It was a wonderful way for fellow horror enthusiasts and bibliophiles to connect and explore the horror genre.

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Midnight Syndicate’s New EP ‘Darkened Corners’ Arrives Just in Time for Spooky Season

Album artwork by French artist Pascal Casolari
Album artwork by French artist Pascal Casolari

Since the 1990s, Midnight Syndicate has been haunting the music circuit with their spine-tingling melodies. Edward Douglas and Gavin Goszka are the pair behind the music project. They specialize in the gothic and horror music genres and are authorities in creating dark atmospheric soundscapes. Their work has been used in films, video games, Halloween attractions, and more worldwide. This fall season, Midnight Syndicate has given fans a treat with a new EP, Darkened Corners.

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The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula Season 666 Tour: The Devil is in the Details

The Boulet Brothers' Dragula Season 666 Tour
The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula Season 666 Tour

The Boulet Brothers and their entourage of monsters have taken the U.S. by storm on the official Dragula season 666 tour. The tour began in last August and has traveled to major cities nationwide. The whole excursion is slated to wrap up in late September, and I attended the Los Angeles stop. If you haven’t read my recaps of past shows, let me preface by saying that I’m a huge Dragula fan and this is the third event I’ve attended. Let’s dive into all the horror, filth and glamour!

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Enjoy a Southern Gothic Brunch at The Rising Sun Café & Bistro

Vamp Jenn at The Rising Sun Café & Bistro
Vamp Jenn at The Rising Sun Café & Bistro

Did you know that connected to The Obscure Distillery in Los Angeles is a charming spot called The Rising Sun Café & Bistro? It’s where folks can gather to satiate their hunger and slake their thirst. I was delighted to check out their weekend brunch, which was a wonderful way to spend a warm, summer day.  

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Midsummer Scream Officially Kicks Off Spooky Season

Midsummer Scream 2025
Midsummer Scream 2025

Midsummer Scream has done it again and delivered a spooktacular event filled with the most amazing tricks and treats. For many, the Halloween and horror convention officially kicks off spooky season. This is the eighth year that Midsummer Scream has been bringing frights and delights to the Long Beach Convention Center in Southern California. It’s the peak of my summerween and I make sure to never miss it if I can help it. Let’s take a look at some highlights.

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Heavy Metal Magazine Relaunches With a Special Art Show at Copro Gallery

Heavy Metal Magazine relaunch party at Copro Gallery
Heavy Metal Magazine relaunch party at Copro Gallery

Since 1977, Heavy Metal Magazine has been catering to fans of fantasy, sci-fi and horror. The illustrations and narratives found within its pages exude surrealism and transport audiences to realms hidden in other dimensions. For decades, the publication has garnered a reputation for its otherworldly and provocative imagery. It’s now under new management, so to welcome another era and celebrate its foray into fresh frontiers, a relaunch party was hosted at Copro Gallery in Santa Monica, CA.

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Theplaincircle vintage Showcases the Dark Elegance of Vintage Fashion

Photo credit: theplaincircle vintage
Photo credit: theplaincircle vintage

Within the diverse landscape of Germany, a crafty designer is reviving vintage pieces of clothing and restoring their novel charm. Jenny is the founder and owner of theplaincircle vintage, an online shop specializing in vintage fashion that exudes dark elegance. Her small business is not only preserving fragments of history but also contributing to sustainable fashion. 

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Countdown to Halloween 2025 Guide

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Photo credit: Kaboompics.com via Pexels

I’ve heard many people say that the countdown to Halloween is just as special (if not even more special) than the actual holiday itself, and I can understand why. While October 31st is a momentous occasion, the excitement really builds during the preceding months and days it takes to get to that point. That’s when the Halloween decor shopping and festivity planning happens. Plus, the spooky season has officially become a two-month long celebration, going from September through October, with Halloween events happening across the U.S. 

So, I create this guide every year releasing it on the 100-days-to-Halloween mark (July 23rd) to help everyone bask in the lead up to All Hallows’ Eve. It’s filled with information I think people would find handy to help them prepare and get into the Halloween spirit. Discover places to shop, costume predictions, music to listen to and more!

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The Obscure: An Enchanting Cocktail Experience

Vamp Jenn at The Obscure
Vamp Jenn at The Obscure

For quite some time, I’ve heard talk of The Obscure distillery in Los Angeles. I caught sneak peeks and teasers on social media but had yet to visit the place for myself. The head distiller, Theron, was gracious enough to extend an invitation to me and I recently spent an evening at this mystical spot. While I had a mere idea of what to expect, what transpired was truly magical.

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