New Horror Host Book - Masters of Terrormonies

This week I released a project I've been researching and writing for over 20 years - Masters of Terrormonies: The History of Television Horror Movie Hosts in Nashville, TN.

 

Masters of Terrormonies is the definitive guide to the legendary horror movie hosts who terrified and delighted late-night viewers on the airwaves in Nashville, Tennessee from 1957-present.

From the dapper Dr. Lucifur (Ken Bramming) and the hunchbacked Sir Cecil Creape (Russ McCown) – Nashville’s most iconic and best-remembered host – to the modern mad scientist Dr. Gangrene (Larry Underwood), this book dives deep into the histories of these macabre masters and the broadcast eras that brought them to life in Music City.

Inside these pages, you’ll discover detailed biographies about the real-life people behind the makeup, exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, rare interviews, vintage newspaper clippings, and never-before-seen photographs and memorabilia.

Written by Larry W. Underwood, cover by Mark Maddox, interior illustrations by Jeff Wilson, foreword by Dr. Jeff Thompson.

Available on Amazon.com 

The Films of Vincent Price

 I recently revisited my Vincent Price series The Fantastic Films of Vincent Price, where I made a YouTube video spotlighting every Vincent Price feature film throughout the years. I compiled them into compilation videos from each decade, starting with the 1940s and going through his last few appearances in the 1990s - a total of six and a half hours of footage! This was a lot of fun to put together, and I hope you'll enjoy the series and celebrate the work and life of the merchant of menace, Vincent Price!

 1940s

  

 1950s

  

 1960s

   

 1970s

   

 1980s and 90s

 

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 31🎃

Happy Halloween fright fans! Dr. Gangrene wraps up the 2025 Halloween countdown with a look at the New Orleans horror host Dr. Morgus, played by actor Sid Noel, and his own film The Wacky World of Dr. Morgus from 1962! 🎃

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 30 🎃

 Welcome to Day 30 of our Ghost Host Halloween countdown brings us Munster, Go Home!—a colorful, campy big-screen outing for everyone's favorite spooky sitcom family. 🎃 We dive into how the film differs from the classic TV show, explore its legacy, and talk a bit about Al Lewis' later turn as a real-life horror host on Super Scary Saturday. It's a fun one, even if it doesn't hit all the same notes as the series. Only one day left—see you tomorrow for the grand finale!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 29 🎃

 Welcome to Day 29 of the Ghost Host Halloween countdown! 🎃 Tonight, we dive into the classic horror anthology Black Sabbath (1963), introduced by the legendary Boris Karloff. This Italian gem features three chilling tales, stunning cinematography, and Karloff’s iconic hosting—especially in the American version, which I personally prefer. A true classic and a must-watch for anthology fans. Let me know your thoughts and which version you like best! See you tomorrow for more spooky countdown fun.

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 28 🎃

 Welcome to Day 28 of our Ghost Host Halloween countdown, Fright fans! 🎃 Tonight’s pick is Dr. Gore — a wild, low-budget mad science flick made by J.G. Patterson, a former horror host known as The Mad Daddy. It’s full of cheesy effects, lots of gore, and a whole lot of heart. Definitely a fun watch for fans of classic grindhouse-style horror. If you’re into cult indie films with a spooky twist, this one’s for you. See you back in the lab tomorrow for more countdown madness. Stay mad!

2025 Halloween Countdown - Day 27 🎃

 Welcome to Day 27 of our Halloween countdown, Fright fans! 🎃 Tonight, we’re diving into The Hollywood Strangler Meets the Skid Row Slasher — a wild, low-budget indie from cult filmmaker Ray Dennis Steckler. It’s not a polished film by any means, but it’s got that 70s grit and an interesting horror host cameo with The Vegas Vampire. If you’re into quirky, rough-around-the-edges horror and obscure flicks, this one’s a curiosity worth checking out. Let me know if you’re a Steckler fan! See you tomorrow for more countdown fun. Stay mad!