Unleashing the Twisted Harmony: Ice Nine Kills' Terrifying Tribute to the Cult Classic "Terrifier"

In a thrilling crossover of the macabre and the melodic, Ice Nine Kills has unveiled their latest single, "A Work of Art," a chilling homage to the cult horror film "Terrifier." Directed by longtime collaborator Jensen Noen, the music video takes fans on a wild ride through a night of terror, blending the band's signature metalcore sound with the twisted antics of the iconic Art the Clown. Prepare to be both captivated and horrified as we delve into the gory details of this cinematic collaboration.

Unleashing the Twisted Harmony: A Metalcore Masterpiece Meets the Cult Classic "Terrifier"

Stepping into the Ultimate Horror Playground

For Ice Nine Kills frontman Spencer Charnas, the opportunity to create a track for "Terrifier 3" was akin to "stepping into the ultimate horror playground." The band's penchant for blending their metalcore sound with cinematic horror has earned them a devoted following, and this latest venture is no exception. Charnas and his crew have crafted a speed-forward, melody-charged metalcore blazer that perfectly captures the unrelenting energy of the "Terrifier" franchise.

A Twisted Tale of Terror

The music video for "A Work of Art" takes viewers on a harrowing journey, as a group of unsuspecting concertgoers find themselves caught in the crosshairs of a night of pure chaos. Sirius XM host Jose Mangin and his pregnant partner are the first to encounter the impending doom, as they debate whether they should even step into the venue, with one quipping, "It's an Ice Nine Kills concert...what are they going to do, hack you up into little pieces?"

A Manic Performance and a Bloody Rampage

As the video unfolds, the audience is treated to a manic Ice Nine Kills performance, with Charnas leading the charge as the band rips into their new single. But the chaos quickly escalates, as weapons start making their way through the venue, and the crowd-killing in the pit becomes decidedly more extreme than your average hardcore show. The video captures the sheer brutality of the scene, with Charnas' ominous warning, "no one gets out alive," ringing true.

The Arrival of Art the Clown

In a chilling twist, the iconic Art the Clown, portrayed by actor David Howard Thornton, makes his way into the venue, his garbage bag of tricks in tow. Without spoiling too much, Art delivers one of the gnarliest moments of the mini-movie, as he interacts with Mangin's partner, who goes into labor on the dancefloor. The crossover between the band's metalcore mayhem and the sadistic antics of Art the Clown is a match made in horror heaven.

A Cinematic Collaboration

The "A Work of Art" video also features a star-studded cast, including Catherine Corcoran and Leah Voysey from the "Terrifier" franchise, as well as Sirius XM's Vincent Rockwell and Terry Kiser from "Weekend at Bernie's." The 15-minute short film continues the story-within-a-story narrative structuring that has become a hallmark of Ice Nine Kills' Silver Scream saga.

Honoring the Cinematic Terror

For Charnas, the opportunity to create a track for "Terrifier 3" and have the music video play in theaters alongside the film was the "ultimate honor" and the "best way to pay homage to the cinematic terror that has inspired [him] and this band." The extended cut of the video marks a new era of INK-related terror, leaving fans both "tongue-tied and terrified" with this "most glorious and goresome offering yet."