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Several weeks ago, I appeared as a guest with the Back Seat Producers. In the episode just released today, we discussed horror at length. So to the people who may be coming from that . . . experience, welcome. I had a blast being on there and look forward to going back as often as they will permit.

While browsing my updates on Twitter, I came across a blog post written by Liz Strauss. She lays out a six step process to help individuals build their own personal developmental network. I think that this guide is useful for not only members of the Astral Audio Productions cast, but for those who read what is posted here on a regular basis. So go show Liz some comment “love” if you find the steps appropriate; I hope they will motivate you as they have motivated me.

For several months, I have been working on a project; a sound file that would represent the Astral Realm. It is quite large and clocks in over an hour. I would categorize it as an ambient piece; not something to listen to unless you wanted to relax or the like. With that being said, I would like to turn it into something completely different. Instead of me modifying and tweaking the audio design, I am going to give you the opportunity to work your magic.
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As we honor the veterans — their bravery, their sacrifice, their countless victories and struggles — we at Astral Audio Productions are greatful to all the men and women who have served to keep the burning flame of freedom alive and well. No words can do justice; for “thank you” seems so small in the grand scheme of things. Your valliant actions should be remembered by our actions; helping you lift your spirits when your morale is low. And who better to do that than other veterans. In this age where social networks are the norm, it is fitting that there is one for you. http://www.communityofveterans.org

Also, while definitely off topic, I am pleased to report that I have been given the position of “Music Director” for Scott Sigler. I am humbled and honored to help find that little thing to set the mood for his work. He and I have similar tastes, and I look forward to what we produce in the coming months (and dare I say years).

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Astral Audio Halloween Special Part 2 (right click, download, and experience.)

Part 2
Zombie Girl - Go Zombie
The Divine Madness - Haunted
Widow - An American Werewolf In Raleigh
Paul and Storm - Cruel, Cruel Moon 
Arts of Erebus - Dawn of the Dead
The Future - Bullet From Nowhere
Noise626 - Pray
Matchbook Romance - Monsters
Alesana - This Is Usually The Part Where People Scream
Munk - I Am
Ax - Helloween II
G Tom Mac - Cry Little Sister (Cave Club Video Mix)

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Astral Audio Halloween Special Part 1 (Right click, download, and experience.)

Part 1
Strangers in Wonderland - Whispers
If Else Then - Emeryville Horror
Mogwai - Yes! I Am A Long Way From Home 
Radio Orphans - Final Horror (radio orphans remix)
Jessica Mellott - Bewitched Club Remix
Bryan Scary - The Blood Club
Collide - Wings of Steel
Calabrese - Vampires Don’t Exist
The Passive Aggressives - Evil Clown
I Am Ghost - Dark Carnival of the Immaculate
Common Ground - Monsters
Jonathan Coulton - Creepy Doll

Part 2 of this episode can be found here.

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Astral Audio Double Feature (Right click, download, and experience.)

Two albums performed by Mary Shelley Overdrive for your listening pleasure. They are both free so snag them while you can from their website. I only found out about them thanks to my reading this post. Lucky eh? Thanks Marvin. You are awesome as usual. Now hear are the track listings as promised.

Shock Theatre
01 Shock Theatre Overture (Watch the entire film of Blood Feast here.)
02 Jack the Ripper
03 House of a Thousand Corpses
04 Halloween
05 New Orleans Funeral for Evil Elvis

Bride of Shock Theatre
01 Godzilla
02 They Walk Among You
03 The Lament of Janos Skorzeny
04 Bela Lugosi’s Dead
05 The Monster Demands a Mate
06 Zombie Toolshed
07 Idiot Control

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As much as I’d like to have ep 6 of Astral Audio Experience out on Halloween, an opportunity to have multiple people to work on the episode has arisen. The episode will now drop Nov 8 2008. This gives us time to work on the episode and polish it so it shines in your ears. I hope to release something on the 31st of the month just to give you guys content. So spread the word and look for new updates in this week and next. We have a few things in store