They Must Be Destroyed On Sight!

TMBDOS! Intermission #20: "Nightmare" (1981)

Lee and Paul are on board to provide the first bit of bonus content for October 2017. They take a look at the bloody slasher film "Nightmare" (AKA "Nightmares in a Damaged Brain") from 1981. Does this video nasty still have an impact? How does it rate alongside similiar films like "Maniac" and "Don't Go into the House"? Is it a piece of shit like Tom Savini claims, whenever he's denying his involement on the film? All of this and slightly more!
"Nightmare" IMDB
Check out Lee's guest spot on Cinema Beef
Featured Music: "End Titles" by Jack Eric Williams.

TMBDOS! Episode 106: ”City of the Living Dead” (1980) & ”The Beyond” (1981).

Lee and Paul kick off October by covering the other two parts of Lucio Fulci's so-called Gates of Hell Trilogy, "City of the Living Dead" (1980) & "The Beyond" (1981). Including-in "House by the Cemetery" (which was covered here on the podcast two years ago), is this really a trilogy? Which is the best film of the three? Do any of these films make any sense? The hosts drunkenly ponder these questions inbetween several cuts from Fabio Frizzi's amazing scores for the films. They also talk about what they've watched and purchased as of late, and cover a plethora of listener comments.
City of the Living Dead IMDB
The Beyond IMDB
Featured Music: "Suoni Dissonanti"; "Apoteosi Del Mistero"; "Verso L'ignoto" & "Voci dal Nula" by Fabio Frizzi.

Blood on the Tracks Episode 6: North American Slashers from the 1980s ('80-'84).

Here we are for episode 6 of Blood on the Tracks. Half a year, baby! Anyway, Lee is back in the chair to kick off part one of a two part look at North American-made slasher films from the 1980s. Join Lee in this episode as he spins a playlist built off of selections from films released between 1980 to 1984. Part two ('85 to '89) coming next month!
Playlist:
--Prom Night 2 from "Prom Night" (1980) -- Paul Zaza & Carl Zittrer --Amanda's Nightmare from "Curtains" (1983) -- Paul Zaza --The Ballad Of Harry Warden from "My Bloody Valentine" (1981) -- Paul Zaza --A Killer Aboard from "Terror Train" (1981) -- John Mills Cockell --Halloween II Theme from "Halloween II" (1981) -- John Carpenter & Alan Howarth --On the Prowl from "Final Exam" (1981) -- Gary S. Scott --Slayrider from "Silent Night, Deadly Night" (1984) -- Morgan Aimes --Sail Away, Tiny Sparrow from "Friday the 13th" (1980) -- Harry Manfredini & Angela Rotella --Theme From Friday The 13th Part 3 from "Friday The 13th Part 3" (1982) -- Harry Manfredini --Song of Madman Marz from "Madman" (1982) -- Gary Sales --Opening theme from "Just Before Dawn" (1981) -- Brad Fiedel --Theme From The Burning from "The Burning" (1981) -- Rick Wakeman --You're Just What I've Been Looking For (Angela's Theme) from "Sleepaway Camp" (1982) -- Frank Vinci --Main Title from "Slumber Party Massacre" (1982) -- Ralph Jones --Maniac's Theme (Main Titles) from "Maniac" (1980) -- Jay Chattaway
Opening and closing music: Downhill Decoy from "Danger Diabolik" by Ennio Morricone & Blonk Monster from "House by the Cemetery" by Walter Rizzati.

TMBDOS! Episode 105: "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" (1974).

The whole gang is back (well, eventually) to take a look at the classic horror film "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre", in honour of the recent death of director Tobe Hooper. A general talk about all aspects of the film and its importance in film history are discussed at length, as well as Hooper's legacy. Also, several recent listener comments are addressed.
"The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" IMDB
Featured Music: "Chain Saw" by The Ramones & "Fool for a Blonde" by Roger Bartlett. Opening narration from the film read by John Larroquette.
 

TMBDOS! Intermission #19: The Harry Dean Stand-in.

No regular episode this week, but Lee managed to work in an Intermission episode. What's he been doing, what's coming up on the podcast next, and what's on board for the month of October? All of this is covered as well as reviews of "Fracture" (2007), "Under the Shadow" (2016), and "Outland" (1981). There's also a brief mention of the death of Frank Vincent and a bit more talk about the death of Harry Dean Stanton.
"Fracture" IMDB
"Under the Shadow" IMDB 
"Outland" IMDB
City of the Dead podcast
Cinema Beef Podcast
Featured Music: "Hey Tonight" by Creedence Clearwater Revival; "That Feel" by Tom Waits; and "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain" by Harry Dean Stanton.

TMBDOS! Episode 104: "Re-Animator" (1985).

Lee and Daniel are back to finish-off this run of H.P. Lovecraft adaptations with a fairly in-depth discussion about Stuart Gordon's "Re-Animator" (1985). Also on deck are two short films: "The Call of Cthulhu" (2005) & "Out of Mind: The Stories of H.P. Lovecraft" - the former being an adaptation of Lovecraft's story, done in the style of a 1920s-era silent film; the latter being both an adaptation of "The Case of Charles Dexter Ward", as well as an exploration of Lovecraft's themes and general thoughts behind what he wrote and why. Of course, the usual talk of what the hosts have been watching as of late is also here.
"Re-Animator" IMDB"The Call of Cthulhu" IMDB"Out of Mind: The Stories of H.P. Lovecraft" IMDBCity of the Dead's episode on "Asylum"Cinema Beef PodcastWrong With Authority's episode on "Martin" & "The Crazies"The H.P. Lovecraft Historical SocietyThe H.P. Lovecraft Literary Podcast
Featured Music: "Main Title" ("The Call of Cthulhu") by Ben Holbrook & "Prologue/Main Title" ("Re-Animator") by Richard Band.
Featured dialogue excerpts from "Out of Mind: The Stories of H.P. Lovecraft".

Blood on the Tracks Episode 5: Werewolf Films.

Episode 5 of Blood on the Tracks features the hosting talents of TMBDOS!'s wild man himself, the last true wolf man of rock and roll, LEE VAN TEETH! Join ol' Lee as he guides you though some fine selections from the soundtracks and scores of his favourite werewolf films. Beware, listening to the wolfman has been known to get ear pussies preggers. Use protection: wear your flea collars!
Playlist:
--Main Theme from "Werewolves on Wheels" (1971) -- Don Gere --Main Title from the unused score for "Wolfen" (1981) -- Craig Safan --Making the Silver Bullet & Teamwork/Milt's Greenhouse from "Silver Bullet" (1985) -- Jay Chattaway --Music Excerpts from "The Beast Must Die" (1974) -- Douglas Gamley --Transformation, Doctor's Orders & End Title from "The Howling" (1981) -- Pino Donaggio --Lycanthrope and Wulver from "Wolfcop" (2014) -- Shooting Guns --The Boy and the Devil from "The Company of Wolves" (1984) -- George Fenton --Main Title from "The Curse of the Werewolf" (1961) -- Benjamin Frankel --Ginger Snaps Theme from "Ginger Snaps" (2000) -- Michael Shields --Howling Theme from "The Howling 2: Your Sister Is a Werewolf" (1985) -- Steve Parsons & Babel
Opening and closing music: Downhill Decoy from "Danger Diabolik" by Ennio Morricone & Blonk Monster from "House by the Cemetery" by Walter Rizzati. Lee Van Teeth's theme: I'm the Wolf Man by Round Robin.

TMBDOS! Episode 103: "From Beyond" (1986).

Back for more Lovecraft-inspired weirdness this week, Lee and Daniel jump headfirst into the kinky, goo-covered Stuart Gordon adaptation "From Beyond" (1986). There's lots of conversation about how effectively the film adapts and branches out from the original source material, and if it manages to effectively balance the BDSM elements and special effects with Lovecraft's central themes. Lovecraft's own fears and thoughts on race and sexuality are also briefly talked about. Aside from that, some opening talk about what the hosts have watched is also included.
"From Beyond" IMDB
Slaughter Film's episode on "From Beyond"
Featured Music: "Main Title" by Richard Band.

TMBDOS! Episode 102: "The Resurrected" (1991).

Lee and Paul are back to check out another H.P. Lovecraft-inspired film. This time it's the fairly obscure "The Resurrected" (1991). Although this is a shorter than usual episode, the hosts go over how close the film does or does not stick to the source material , "The Case of Charles Dexter Ward", and Lee has added some clips of him reading short excerpts from the story.
"The Resurrected" IMDB
Featured Music: "Back From the Dead" by the Adverts; "Ain't No Grave" by Johnny Cash & "You Only Live Twice" by Nancy Sinatra.

TMBDOS! Episode 101: "Necronomicon" (1993).

Lee and Paul are here (but not really sober) this week to kick off a run of episodes looking at H. P. Lovecraft-inspired films. In this episode they check out the somewhat overlooked "Necronomicon" (1993). Does this horror anthology manage to live up to the lofty term "Lovecraftian"? Regardless, is it any good? Also covered: what they've watched as of late and/or purchased, and Paul SINGS for your entertainment. Yes, that's right.
"Necronomicon" IMDB
Featured Music: "Die, Die My Darling" by the Misfits and "Because The Dawn/Blood Theme" by Daniel Licht.

Blood on the Tracks Episode 4: Italian Horror.

Episode four of Blood on the Tracks takes a trip overseas to explore the land of Gialli, cannibals, Mario Bava, and Hollywood rip-offs. That's right, it's the vast landscape of Italian horror cinema. Lee found himself down another rabbit hole this month, making some difficult decisions on what did and did not manage to make the cut for the show. Put on some black gloves and a trenchcoat, badly dub your voice, and try not to impale your eyeballs on sharp objects.
Playlist:
--Main Theme from "Deep Red" (1975) -- Goblin --Sighs from "Susperia" (1977) -- Goblin --A Bay of Blood (Titles) from "A Bay of Blood" (1971) -- Stelvio Cipriani --Too Risky A Day For A Regatta from "Tentacles" (1977) -- Stelvio Cipriani --The Light from "The Antichrist" (1974) -- Ennio Morricone --Main Title from "Zombi 2" (1979) -- Fabio Frizzi --I Remember from "House by the Cemetery" (1981) -- Walter Rizzati --Walt Monster End from "House by the Cemetery" (1981) -- Walter Rizzati --Blonk Fascia from "House by the Cemetery" (1981) -- Walter Rizzati --Main Theme from "Hell of the Living Dead" (1980) -- Luis Bacalov --Sabba(Sequence 2) from "All the Colors of the Dark" (1972) -- Bruno Nicolai --Main Title from "Cannibal Holocaust" (1980) -- Riz Ortolani
Opening and closing music: Downhill Decoy from "Danger Diabolik" by Ennio Morricone & Blonk Monster from "House by the Cemetery" by Walter Rizzati.

TMBDOS! Intermission #18.

Lee comes back with an intermission episode. In this episode he runs down what's been going on and what to expect from the podcast in the near future. He plugs three podcasts he's been listening to as of late, and then he moves on to give short reviews of two films he recently watched: "Hard Times" (1975) & "Who'll Stop the Rain" (1978). There's also a special guest appearance by Lee Van Teeth!
"Hard Times" IMDB"Who'll Stop the Rain" IMDB
Hello from the Magic TavernThe Grindbin PodcastWych vs the Doomsday Clock
Featured Music: "Dropout Boogie" by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band; "Stop and Look (And You Have Found Love)" by The Delfonics; "May The Circle Remain Unbroken" by The 13th Floor Elevators; and "La Caccia" by Goblin.

TMBDOS! Episode 100: "Night of the Living Dead" (1968) Commentary.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! has finally reached 100 official episodes! To celebrate, Lee, Daniel and the returning Paul take a gander at the George Romero classic "Night of the Living Dead" (1968). It's a full-on drunken commentary for the film. While they are not sure if they provided any original insights, the hosts at least had a lot of fun sitting back and chatting about the film. Also, before watching the film, they cover a couple of pieces of listener feedback and talk a bit about what they've most enjoyed about the first 100 episodes, and which were their favourites.
For your convenience, you have the option of either listening to the official 100th episode, or you can download the stand-alone commentary track here. Or, if so inclined, you can watch the commentary track put over an existing copy of the film on Youtube here.
"Night of the Living Dead" IMDB
Featured Music: "Ghouls Night Out" & "Night of the Living Dead" by The Misfits.

They Must Be Destroyed On Sight! Commentary #3: "Night of the Living Dead" (1968).

This is the bare-bones commentary track for George A Romero's classic black & white horror film from 1968, "Night of the Living Dead". This track can also be found as part of our official 100th episode of TMBDOS!. This version is provided for the sake of convenience, so you can just jump right into the commentary. You can also listen to this track with an uploaded copy of the film on YouTube here.
"Night of the Living Dead" IMDB

TMBDOS! Episode 99: "Jackie Brown" (1997).

Lee and Daniel have finally made it to the end of the podcast's extended series on crime films with a massive episode on Quentin Tarantino's 1997 adaptation of Elmore Leonard's crime novel "Rum Punch". That's right, time to talk some Pam Grier in "Jackie Brown"! Is it QT's best film? Is it the best modern era crime film? Is this Grier's best work? Is Spike Lee an ass for being critical of the liberal use of the dreaded "N" word? All of this and much more is discussed at length, including a longer-than-usual talk about what they've watched as of late. Forgive them, as it's been a while since they've recorded together, so there was a lot of catching up to do.
"Jackie Brown" IMDB
Featured Music: "Long Time Woman" by Pam Grier; "The Lion and the Cucumber" by The Vampire's Sound Incorporation; "Cissy Strut" by The Meters; and "Didn't I (Blow Your Mind This Time)" by The Delfonics.
Would you like to send in a message in text or .mp3 form for our upcoming 100th episode? Please feel free to pass it along to this email address: houglyreviews@gmail.com or leave a comment on our Facebook group. 

Blood on the Tracks Episode 3: Heavy Metal Horror.

It's the third episode of Blood on the Tracks, and this episode comes as a result of a poll Lee ran on the TMBDOS! Facebook page. The people voted for Heavy Metal Horror, so Lee went down a much deeper rabbit hole than he initially expected. Most of these tracks come from films that do feature heavy metal as part of the plot, but in some cases it's just films that are well-known for their metal soundtracks/scores. So make a devil sign; tell Gene Simmons to fuck off, because he doesn't own the rights to it; and come bang your head with Lee for an hour.
Note: Lee mentions that the film "Demons" (1985) contained a score from Claudio Simonetti using the Goblin name. This is an error: Simonetti is credited as himself for his work on that film.
Playlist:
--Stand Up from "Trick or Treat" (1986) -- Fastway--We Go Rocking from "Blood Tracks" (1985) -- Easy Action--Who Made Who from "Maximum Overdrive" (1986) -- AC/DC--Devil's Son from "Hack-O-Lantern" (1988) -- D.C. La Croix--Dream Warriors from "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors" (1987) -- Dokken--He's Back (The Man Behind the Mask) from "Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives" -- Alice Cooper--Me Against the World from "Black Roses" (1988) -- Black Roses King Kobra--Hellraiser from "Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth" (1992) -- Motorhead--Let's Kill These Motherfuckers from "Deathgasm" (2015) -- Land of the Minotaur--No Escape from "Opera" (1987) -- Norden Light--Night Danger from "Demons" (1985) -- Pretty Maids--We Accept the Challenge from "Rock 'n' Roll Nightmare" (1987) -- Thor
Opening and closing music: Downhill Decoy from "Danger Diabolik" by Ennio Morricone & Blonk Monster from "House by the Cemetery" by Walter Rizzati.

TMBDOS! Episode 98: "Zodiac" (2007).

Lee & Daniel are joined this week by the fantastic Mike Murphy of the Badasses, Boobs and Bodycounts podcast to talk about the 2007 David Fincher-directed "Zodiac". How accurate is it? Is it overrated? Does it work as a film as a whole? All these things and more are mulled over in this lengthy episode, including if the Zodiac was, in fact, Mike's dad. Also, Mike gets to play the Movie God Game, and the hosts talk about what they've watched as of late and respond to listener comments.
"Zodiac" IMDB
Check out Mike Murphy and the BBandBC right here.  
Daniel and Jack Graham's Wrong With Authority episode on "Zodiac" can be found here.  
Featured Music: "Trailer Park" by David Shire and "Hurdy Gurdy Man" by Donovan.

Blood on the Tracks Episode 2: Blaxploitation.

The second installment of Blood on the Tracks has arrived to make sure you don't get jived. Join Lee as he takes your ears on this show's initial trip down the funky, soulful and bumpy road of Blaxploitation soundtracks and scores. Be warned, that dreaded "N" word pops up a time or two.
Playlist:
--Sweetback's Theme from "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song" (1971) -- Melvin Van Peebles & Earth, Wind & Fire --Pusherman & Freddie's Dead from "Superfly" (1972) -- Curtis Mayfield --Mama's Dead & The Boss from "Black Caesar" (1973) -- James Brown --Boss Nigger from "Boss Nigger" (1975) -- Terrible Tom (vocals); Mike Terry (orchestration); music and lyrics written by Leon Moore and Tom Nixon --Nigger Rich from "Jive Turkey" (1974) -- Ernie Lee Banks --Theme From Cleopatra Jones from "Cleopatra Jones" (1973) -- Joe Simon --Escape from "Coffy" (1973) -- Roy Ayers --Theme of Foxy Brown from "Foxy Brown" (1974) -- Willie Hutch --Car Wash from "Car Wash" (1976) -- Rose Royce --You've Got to Learn from "Ganja & Hess" (1973) -- Sam Waymon --Across 110th Street from "Across 110th Street" (1972) -- Bobby Womack
Opening and closing music: Downhill Decoy from "Danger Diabolik" by Ennio Morricone & Blonk Monster from "House by the Cemetery" by Walter Rizzati.

TMBDOS! Episode 97: "Thief" (1981).

This week Lee and Daniel break into Michael Mann's feature film debut, "Thief" (1981). Also covered: listener comments and what they've watched as of late.
"Thief" IMDB
Featured Music: "Igneous" by Tangerine Dream & "Confrontation" by Craig Safan.

TMBDOS! Episode 96: ”The Police Serve the Citizens?” (1973) & ”The Heroin Busters” (1977).

Lee and Daniel get closer to the end of this extend look at crime films by checking out two more Poliziotteschi films. First-up, they look at the mostly forgotten slow-burn from Romolo Guerrieri, "The Police Serve the Citizens?" (1973). Then they check out the action-packed Enzo G. Castellari film, "The Heroin Busters" (1977). Much of the talk of the latter surrounds Fabio Testi's amazing wardrobe and how the British have sex. Also: does your motorcycle have airbags? You might wish it did after listening to this conversation. What they've watched as of late, and listener comments are also covered.
"The Police Serve the Citizens?" IMDB
"The Heroin Busters" IMDB
Featured Music: "Main Theme" from "The Police Serve the Citizens?" by Luis Bacalov & "Main Titles" from "The Heroin Busters" by Goblin.