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From cheeky to spooky: 6 current music videos to liven up your Halloween fun

For fans of spooky things, Halloween is their favorite time of year. It is a holiday that is not as family focused and allows people to dress up in roles and disguises that they would not normally express throughout the year. Horror fanatics love that there are so many programs on streaming television, and there are consumers who simply have to visit the Spirit Halloween stores (the SNL hilariously mocked in a recent episode).

Of course, people want to throw amazing spooky parties to celebrate this time of year. Here are six music videos you should consider playing in the background of a party, regardless of whether the sound is actually playing or not. The images themselves are perfect for this time of year. However, note that some of these are only suitable for adult eyes because they are bloody.

“Bleeders” by Black Veil Brides

It's no secret that Black Veil Brides frontman Andy Biersack loves all things gothic and dark – his favorite superhero is Batman, after all. This video recreates the scenic design and atmosphere of the Tim Burton version of Sweeney Todd from 2007. Biersack emulates the murderous barber who cuts the throats of people who have done terrible things to others. The highlight is that he gets his comeuppance from someone you don't expect. “Bleeders” is the goriest entry on the list, so parental discretion is absolutely advised.

“Call Me (Halloween Special)” by Broken Peach

Spaniards Broken Peach have put on lively cover song performances over the past 15 years, often wearing creepy or skeletal bodysuits and makeup. Most of the songs they cover don't have to involve a Halloween-type performance, but that just makes them funnier. It's once again part of their latest annual Halloween offering, which sees the seven-member group bathed in golden light on a crypt set, accompanied by bursts of pyro, playing a metallic version of Blondie's “Call Me” and a bit of “I Was Made.” “Interspersed for Loving You” by KISS. Her videos are typically single-shot and one-take deals, as Broken Peach is mesmerizing to watch with her vibrant vocal harmonies and spirited choreography. If you like this video, check out her YouTube channel as there are many more videos like this. They are completely redefining the idea of ​​a cover band and have started releasing their own original material.

“Taste” by Sabrina Carpenter

Inspired by the Meryl Streep-Goldie Hawn horror comedy Death suits herSinger Sabrina Carpenter and actress Jenna Ortega engage in a bloody showdown in which they repeatedly disembowel and murder each other after Ortega becomes involved with Carpenter's ex. The devilish duo spices it up in a dry way by paying homage to films, among other things Ginger Snaps, Kill Bill: Volume 1, Psycho, Addams Family Values, And The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This isn't for kids, but bloodthirsty horror fans will enjoy it.

“Lithonia” by Childish Gambino

This is a short and sweet post from Gambino where he and his band play to a small crowd at a house. Over the course of just two minutes, the singer and his bandmates become increasingly excited and sweat profusely, leading to a jump scare that we can't say anything more about lest we spoil the surprise. Many fans were shocked by this, in a good way. It's a rare example of a music video with true “gotcha” quality.

“Supernatural Radio” by Jonny Polonsky

This animated video is more low-key compared to others on this list, but still fun. In it, Polonsky and his bandmates appear on a train while little ghosts buzz around them and goblins and skeletons march through an increasingly darkening landscape. As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the bandmates are becoming more and more obsessed. This song has a haunting quality – like Polonsky's muted delivery of lines like I hear the screams of death and dying / The sound rings in my ears– that matches the video images.

“Monolith” by Twin Tribes

A young lady sees a comet landing on a nearby hill and goes to investigate. She finds an unusual monolith and naively touches it. A black slime slowly begins to flow from her hand, and as she gets home, it gradually begins to envelop her body as she struggles frantically to escape it. In her delirium, she hallucinates that she is in a more heavenly environment. Inspired by the Monolith and the final, white-walled set of 2001: A Space Odyssey“Monolith” is another top-notch creep festival from darkwave duo Twin Tribes. They also have other videos that are perfect for Halloween.

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