Horror Scene: Industrial Chaos, Hardcore Roots, and the Stories Behind “Yeah You”
If you thought the underground metal scene was just riffs and growls, think again. Horror Scene is here to prove it’s more than music—it’s a movement. I caught up...
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Horror Scene: Industrial Chaos, Hardcore Roots, and the Stories Behind “Yeah You”
If you thought the underground metal scene was just riffs and growls, think again. Horror Scene is here to prove it’s more than music—it’s a movement. I caught up with the band on The Zach Moonshine Show, and what started as a casual conversation quickly became an unfiltered deep dive into the chaos, creativity, and sheer ferocity that fuels these industrial-metal provocateurs.
From Suicide Puppets to Horror Scene: A Name That Opens Doors
The story begins with a simple, yet pivotal change. Originally called Suicide Puppets, the band found themselves hitting a wall online: algorithms buried them, Google blocked ads, and social media wouldn’t play nice. “Suicide Puppets was a tricky name, man. Every time I posted about it, it’d throw up these ‘do you need help?’ screens,” one member laughs.
Enter the new name: Horror Scene. Clean, concise, and terrifyingly effective. The change was more than cosmetic—it unlocked doors in the underground and legitimized their presence in the modern metal ecosystem.
“We all sat down, looked at names that would look good on a poster, and Horror Scene just stuck. Surprisingly, no one had picked it before.”
It’s a perfect fit for a band that’s unapologetically theatrical, from corpse paint to industrial chaos.
Crafting “Yeah You”: Hooks, Chaos, and a Middle Finger to Safety
Horror Scene isn’t here to play it safe, and their new single “Yeah You” proves it. Produced by Dan Mauch (Ghost, Gojira), the track blends industrial aggression, crushing grooves, and hooks that punch you square in the face.
“Dan really wanted to work on it, but we had to start with Welcome to Your Hell. It was all about timing and making sure it hit just right.”
The band describes their music as a melting pot of influences: punk, industrial, hair metal, and pure modern metal brutality. Each member brings a different background to the mix, creating a sound that’s hard to categorize but impossible to ignore.
“We all come from different backgrounds—punk, hair metal, industrial…mix it together, and that’s what it is.”
It’s this diverse approach that makes their tracks radio-ready yet still dangerously underground.
Touring, Collaborations, and the Metal Family
Horror Scene has rubbed shoulders with some of metal’s finest. Touring with Soulfly in 2021 brought them into the tribe immediately, with tour mom duties handled by Gloria, Max Cavalera’s wife, who made sure the band stayed safe and sane.
“Every person who came to our merch booth said the same thing: ‘I don’t know where to put you guys.’ It’s industrial, it’s metal, it’s punk—it doesn’t fit neatly anywhere. And that’s exactly the point.”
They’ve also crossed paths with legends like Dino from Fear Factory and John Bechtel from Ministry, building connections that have expanded their reach both on the stage and in the studio.
Horror Scene on Film: The Soundtrack of Fear
Beyond albums and live shows, Horror Scene’s music has found its way into the horror world. Tracks have been featured in films like The Boy From Below and the action thriller The Desperate. The journey started with a simple collaboration: a composer friend doing orchestral work introduced their music to directors, and the rest, as they say, is history.
“It’s literally dumb luck. But you’ve got to keep grinding and be ready when it hits.”
For fans of horror and industrial metal, this synergy makes perfect sense. The band’s cinematic soundscapes and thematic aggression translate naturally to the screen.
Influences, Gear, and the Hunt for the Perfect Sound
Horror Scene’s influences read like a metal fan’s dream playlist: Metallica, Megadeth, Pantera, Ministry, 9 Inch Nails, Slipknot, and more. Each member brings something unique to the table, from industrial grit to punk fire.
Studio-wise, they rely heavily on Kemper amps, with virtually no pedals—just pure tonal flexibility. “We’ve spent months tweaking sounds. The Kemper lets you dial in any amp you want,” one member explains. The pursuit of the perfect sound is painstaking, obsessive, and totally worth it—because when Horror Scene hits your ears, you feel every note.
Community, Chaos, and Metal Devastation
Outside the studio and stage, the band’s heart is in the community. They’ve built Metal Devastation Festival in Tennessee, growing a local metal scene where once there was none. It’s a testament to their belief that metal isn’t just music—it’s a lifestyle, a statement, and a family.
“Put your speakers in your windows, drag them to your neighbor’s house, and crank it loud. Let them hear what metal is supposed to sound like.”
What’s Next for Horror Scene?
The band isn’t slowing down. A new single and music video are on the horizon for early 2026, along with more studio sessions, festival appearances, and horror-con performances. Awards season is approaching too, with nominations at the Central Pennsylvania Music Awards—proof that the underground is paying attention.
Horror Scene proves that industrial metal isn’t just a sound—it’s an experience. A mixture of chaos, creativity, and unapologetic energy that refuses to be categorized, tamed, or ignored.
Horror Scene is a band that thrives on unpredictability, blends multiple genres into devastating industrial metal, and knows how to make chaos work in their favor—on stage, in the studio, and even on the big screen. Don’t sleep on these guys. Crank it loud and get ready to experience metal the way it’s meant to be.
Stream the full show on Mixcloud now:
Track List:
Battle of The bands Top Six:
1 - Mistress - Terrified eyes2 - Bound To Prevail - Consecrated Perdition3 - Eden On Fire - Brigade4 - MOTORGOD - Fire in the Sky5 - Krushor - Shockwave6 - Adeline Gray - Cold Void
The Zach Moonshine Show Intro
7 - Ozzy Osbourne - Gets Me Through/Dreamer8 - Body Count - Civil War9 - Distant - Nothing Left To Hate
Horror Scene - Interview featuring Yeah You/Welcome To Your Hell/Devil You Don't Know
10 - Sylosis - Erased11 - Beltfed Weapon - Digital Genesis12 - Faith in Vain - SOUL∞TIED13 - Tentaclaus - Get Fucked14 - Infestation - Rapid Fire!15 - Sorrowseed - Incinerate16 - Phenomy - Shellshock Paradise17 - Terror Garden - Piss Drunk18 - Balistic - Angel of Light19 - NINE RED MOONS - Sumerian Songs For The Dead20 - Lightlorn - Emergent Chaos21 - Concrete - Midnight Demigod22 - EverFelt - Sludge23 - Hellrazor - Sands of Time
Also check out the interview segment on YouTube, Spotify etc.
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Friday night was chaos unleashed on The Zach Moonshine Show as we hosted Horror Scene LIVE—and damn, you showed up in force. 118,053 metal maniacs tuned in from all over the world to blast “Yeah You” and get the full industrial-metal experience. 🤘🔥
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