Ice Nine Kills June 27-28, 2026
Spencer Charnas: From Horror Fan To Horror Family
For more than two decades, Spencer Charnas has transformed Ice Nine Kills from a local Massachusetts band into one of the most unique success stories in modern rock. What began as a love of music eventually evolved into something much bigger—a world where horror movies, storytelling and heavy music collide. During his latest visit to the Rock 30, Spencer reflected on the band’s journey, the rise of horror culture, and the moment he realized he was no longer just a fan looking in from the outside.
Silver Scream Con
Few bands have embraced a theme as completely as Ice Nine Kills. From sold-out Silver Scream Con weekends to collaborations with some of horror’s biggest names, Spencer has helped build a community that extends far beyond music. In our conversation, he shares how horror has evolved from a niche genre into a cultural force and discusses the moment he realized Ice Nine Kills had become part of the very world they once admired from afar.
Twisting The Knife
We also dive into two major milestones in the band’s recent success. Spencer reveals what he learned from spending months on the road with Metallica and reflects on the impact of “Twisting The Knife,” the Ice Nine Kills track featured in Scream 7. From lessons learned on the world’s biggest stages to seeing his lifelong passion for horror come full circle, it’s a conversation that captures both the artist and the fan behind Ice Nine Kills.
