Doghouse Trailer

This looks like a home-run to me.

Revenants...the PLAY!

This is a trailer for WildClaw Theatre's newest horror stage production! If you are in Chicago on the between now and the 24th of May, CHECK THIS OUT!!!

A stage production of a zombie story sounds absolutely amazing. Tickets can be purchased through the WildClaw site.

If anyone goes to see this, please shoot us an email letting us know your review!

Love, RM

Zombified Audio Fiction

This is a sweet throwback to old-school audio-dramas. Darker Projects has a great variety of horroresque stories brought to you in dramatic format. The Byron Chronicles is the series I stumbled upon recently. It is a story combining many characteristics and archetypes of the horror genre, however it kicks off the series with all of our favorites: SEA MONSTERS! Because that makes sense, you know, for this blog.

It's actually about the walking dead.

But really, now, this is a fantastic take on the ORIGINAL zombie! Also, it is funny because the episode is called "The Taint." I couldn't link directly to the story, but it is at the bottom of THIS PAGE.

Look out, "The Taint" is full of zombies.

Immaturely yours,
RM

Happy Birthday Lil' Ric!

Zombie Nation's very own Eric Schuster is celebrating his briffday this weekend. I am leaving for California this week, (to fight the mutated zombie strain of swine flu) so I thought I would take this chance to say cheers!

Zombie virus outbreak in London.

Remember what you have learned. Im out to loot my local Walmart (they carry guns and food...one stop shop for zombie outbreak)

You have trained for this. You are ready. See you on the battlefield.



Read the Full Fake Article HERE

New Trailer for "Dead Rising 2" Video Game!

"Plague of the Dead" Book Review

So, im guessing most of you have heard of "The Morningstar Strain Saga". If not - it is a 3 book trilogy about a zombie virus known as "Morningstar". The first book "Plague of the Dead" starts at the beginning of the outbreak in Africa, and moves out from there. The way the virus works in the book is quite interesting. Its like a combination of "28 days Later" and "Night of the Living Dead". Depeneding on how you are infected, it can take from minutes to weeks for someone to turn, And once the virus has taken over, the host becomes a fast, ravenous, rage infested creature. These zombies can be killed in anyway a human can be killed. However, if the head is not destroyed, within minutes, the virus re-animates the host into a slow shambeling corpse. Best of both worlds eh? If I had any criticism for the book, it would be that, the writing was a little sub-par at points, and (being from a military family) the military language of some of the soliders were used haphazrdly and at times unnecessary. All in all this was a good read, and im excited for the next 2 books.
Well, im on to the second book, "Thunder and Ashes". Ill let you know how it goes once I blow through that one!

Zombie Nation Rating: 4/5

"Morningstar Strain: Plague of the Dead"
By Z A Recht

ZUMBI

Check out this Zombie track by Major Lazer featuring Andy Milokanis: ZUMBI! It's awesome. It's from their upcoming LP Guns Don't Kill People - Lazers Do, which should be decent. Mad Decent.

Further evidence....

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Destroy the Brain

There are many crowbars like it, but this one is mine. Great for smashing skulls, breaking into locked buildings, playing croquet...I give you "Buster." Nice and manageable, just over 24", and the handle is wrapped in batting tape. I like the idea of having a solid piece of metal that has points and is blunt at the same time. Also, not pictured is a Remington 870 shotgun, but that is in a garage in Northern Minnesota, so doesn't do me a whole hell of a lot of good here in San Francisco. "Buster" it is.

-RM

Weapon Submission: TF

Another weapon submission from one of our dedicated followers!

Thomas:
Now I don't have any firearms, but I have plenty of blunt objects that would
be useful against an undead ghoul.
After seeing Shaun of the Dead I purchased a cricket bat, despite not being
able to play the game.
I later realised that a wooden bat wouldn't last long after repeated skull
bashings so I searched for something more sturdy and found an old vacuum
cleaner's extention metal tube... Er... Thing.
It can double in length so it could keep me at a safe distance from a zombie
and when shortened it's light and easily transportable.
It's not much but I think it would work pretty well.
A couple of months before being eaten, perhaps? :-)
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Thats a hella original weapon. Nice work TF!

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Weapon Submission: CrazyIvan2x

Being a fire fighter in my local township i am the first line of defense against the zombie horde. i take good care of my weapons and get to practice with them on a regular bases. remember the greatest weapon is ones mind.my side-arm- not really a zombie weapon but i have to list it because i carry it everywhere(and humans prove to be a greater threat)
bed room machete- i want a fighting chance when in my own bedroom. i don't sleep with it under my pillow but it is in easy reach from my bed, and i am a light sleeper.
car machete- like with the machete in my bedroom i have one in my car. it is part of my emergency supplies.
knuckle knife- i have about 6 of these in various places like: one with the emergency stuff in my car, one with my fire fighting gear, one in my school bag(yes i have a knife in my book-bag), one in the bag i take with me to work, and the others are stored in my room if i need a replacement.
new york roof hook- this is more to do with fire fighting than zed killing but it would be an effective tool for one person to take down multiple targets.

as of right now i do not own any firearms but i am looking in to getting a 12g shotgun and a FN five seven pistol

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Awesome stuff! I think CrazyIvan2x will last a pretty long time.. ;)

Keep the submissions coming!!!!

The crucial anti-zombie weapon

As the many zombie films out there have reliably informed us, the undead may rise up with little to no warning. When the hordes are pounding on your front door, do you have a weapon handy to defend yourself with?

My anti-zombie weapon of choice is the Maasai stick (or fimbo.) It's used by warriors in Africa to defend against invaders and lions. It doesn't need to be reloaded, and there's no danger of it getting stuck in a zombie. It's light and balances quite nicely. I'm still getting used to handling it, but if a zombie appears in my doorway, at least I'll have something close at hand to bust its head.
















Send us pics of you and your anti-zombie weapon, and tell us a little about why you've chosen it!

"Day by Day Armageddon" Book Review

Let me start off by saying, the journal format of this novel is perfect for the zombie genre. "Day by Day" follows a naval aviator through his journal writings. It starts at the beginning of the calendar year, where evidence of the outbreak begin in China (its always the Chinese isn't it? ;)
We follow our main character through Texas, where he uses his military training, along with the help of survivors, to stay alive. The authors attention to detail and extensive knowledge of survival make the book seem tangible and authentic.
The author; J.L. Bourne is a real life naval officer who is currently serving in Iraq, but has still managed to complete a Sequel, which should be coming out very soon. Im sure I will be pre-ordering the sequel, because "Day by Day Armageddon" is definately one of my favorite zombie novels to date.

Zombie Nation Rating: 5/5


Day by Day Armageddon"
By J.L. Bourne


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Happy Easter

Today, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
You may ask yourself, "what does this have to do with zombies?" Or maybe you caught on a long time ago.
Thats right...

Jesus was a friggin' zombie.


















From all of us at Zombie Nation,
Happy Easter

Paparazzi = Zombies

I like to browse the news everyday, just to see whats going on in the world (making sure the outbreak isnt beginning) and its always bad news. But today, my friends, was a good day in news.
This is the best headline I have ever seen....







Click on the Headline to read the story!

and while your at it, check out this TIME article "Zombies are the new Vampires"

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Zombie Dawn

William over from ZombieDawn.com notified me of his sweet new zombie site!
its pretty fun to have a look aorund, so check it out!

The Big Zombie Video Game Update!!!

Ok, so here are some zombie video games I am looking forward to in 2009.

Video Game #1
First of all, I don't really play PC games. But Im getting this. fighting zombies with...plants?! YES. this one looks super cute, and has the catchiest music video I have ever witnessed. Performance by the very talented Laura Shigihara
VIEWER BEWARE: This song will be stuck in your head ALL DAY.



Video Game #2
This is the newest zombie video game I have come across, and it looks damn sexy. And loads of classic fun. its called "Zombie Apocalypse" and it comes out in a few months!
Click This link to check it out!


Video Game #3
This one just came out for download on the PlayStation Network. it is called "Burn, Zombie, Burn!" It is almost like the cartoon version of the upcoming "Zombie Apocalypse". It is super fun!




Video Game #4
Last but not least is the game I am looking forward to the most. "Dead Rising 2". It looks insane. The premise of the first one was: You trapped in a mall. your weapon? anything. absolutely anything you could find. from a sword to a bowling ball. Why am I excited about this sequel?
because the developers have announced that this game will have the ability to have up to 6000 zombies on screen at the same time. yes. six thousand. simply. amazing. "Dead Rising 2" comes out later this year.



for more information on all these games, go to ign.com!

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"Dying to Live" Book Review

I finished this book last night, and was a little sad to see it end. Overall it was a very original zombie story, with noted references to Dantes inferno, Moby Dick, as well as the unsurprising homages to the great George Romero and other zombie culture pioneers. The entire book, I had envisioned that the writer was female (Kim?) only to find out in the acknowledgments, it is actually a man. Its not like this matters, but theres something about how the book was written that made it fascinating that a woman was ultimately the mastermind.
In "Dying to Live" we follow a man named "Jonah" who is one of the few survivors of the zombie pandemic which has whiped the entire planet. He comes across a group of people who have settled within a fortified museum. This band of people are led by a man named "Milton" who has a very interesting power over the undead.
When I read this part of the synopsis, I was very skeptical. I was worried the book would become some magical fantasy, or some sort of Scorcery. Thankfully, it was nothing like that at all. In fact, its one of the main keys of the story, and it uses it very very well. Whats great about this story, is that the author shows you that the undead arent the most evil things roaming the planet. Humanity can be much more sadistic than rotting corpses that feed on living brains. The book throws you right into the fight, and never lets up until the end. I definately reccomend this book. Ill leave you with that. So go check it out!

Zombie Nation Rating: 4/5

"Dying to Live: A Novel of Life amoung the Undead"
By Kim Paffenroth

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Marvel Zombies trailer

If they let these guys actually go through with this, it would be the most awesome Marvel film since Roger Corman's Fantastic Four. For real.

Make sure you stay after the credits.

New Header Design!

So I got kind of tired of the original design, so I made a new one...hope you guys like it!

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World War Z Concept Art

Holy crap, did I really forget to post this?! The World War Z concept art by Dan LuVisis came out a couple months ago, which I have been completely in love with - yet.....I never posted it here? whats wrong with me? maybe I did, and dont remember? If I did, then its worth a 2nd run.
This is a rendition of the battle of Yonkers. check out some of his other work as well as an interview HERE

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Zombie Munny

So I have this blank Munny....and I was curious to see what others had done with theirs.

This one is definitely one of my favs!

















Here are some others I have come across....

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Zombie Dudes

I played around a little with those zombie head vectors.

East Coast zombie outbreak, and free vector images!

If I could build my dream team to fight zombies, it would be...

A 10 year old child and a delusional goth rocker.

If anyone reading this on the east coast, specifically the Boston area, you are in a red zone. you are not safe. in 6 days evacuate to your nearest Irish pub. I unfortunately, am stuck in the Midwest, where our outbreak began in October. But I have found an Irish pub that I may find means of communication with you. keep a look out. And may god have mercy on our souls....


But in the mean time,
I was sent these FREE zombie vector images!

Click on the image to get directed to the site where you can download the Illustrator file.
And be sure to send in your creations, so they can be posted!




Peace, Love, Brains

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Tokyo Zombie!

Yes my fellow ghouls....The day is around the corner. If you havent seen this 2005 zombie comedy, Im sure you will be entertained. The Japanese are so awesome. Release date for the DVD is April 7!

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Zone of the Dead: A samurai sword and that one guy

Wow, within this 1 minute trailer, I have already concluded these people are the best actors I have ever seen.......

.....I dont care, I am soo seeing this.

Rec 2 Trailer and Photos!

Ah yes, one of the few sequels I have been waiting for - has finally shown some skin.

More Zombling Bashing

More adorably vicious zombie violence from my good man, Chris Crammer. I will post more updates as they develop. This really is an amazing piece.

Oh, happy fucking Valentine's Day, too. Hope you don't say the wrong thing today.

XOXOXO RM

Zombie Art Submission: Robert Elrod

Robert is no stranger to Zombie Nation, and has submitted yet another killer zombie illustration (my favorite one yet!) - fully equipped with Vincent Price!

Enjoy!

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Night of the Creeps

Night of the Creeps, brought to you in the year 1986 by the guy who brought us all The Monster Squad, Mr. Fred Dekker. I don't know how this one slipped under my radar for so long, but goddamn it is great.

The plot is very similar to that of Slither, which I also love, but Night of the Creeps did it first, so kudos to the notion of outer space slugs turning us all into the walking dead. Killer special effects, tons of gore, surprisingly funny writing, and one of the most weird-ass openings to any movie I have seen yet. Only in the 80's. Do yourself a favor: Watch it. Now.








Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
Part Five
Part Six
Part Seven
Part Eight
Part Nine
Part Ten
And yes...Part Eleven

Keepin' it killer,
RM

Nation Undead - 2009 Updates

Patrick and the guys from NationUndead.com sent me some updates for their upcoming zombie epic that only YOU can make happen. First order of business - Spread the word! tell your friends and your friends of friends. Want to participate in viral marketing? I know I do! Send a self-addressed envelope to PO Box 18437 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418 to get FREE STICKERS.
Damn right. Stick them anywhere and take pictures too! you can post them on nationundead.com!
I know alot of you guys, including our followers; are actors and filmakers. So what better chance to make a zombie movie of epic proportions? Learn more about this brilliant idea HERE and get your submissions in before October 31st 2009!

If you wanna make me a zombie movie, that would be cool too ;)

And while on the topic of submissions: As always, feel free to send us anything you please. Art, news, questions, comments, love. I get all gitty and shit when you guys send me stuff, so make my day! iLovetheUndead@gmail.com

Peace, Love, Brains.

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Left 4 Dead

Left 4 Dead is a first person shooter for the PC/Xbox...about motherfucking zombies.



You play as a team of four survivors (on your own, or with four friends, which is DEFINITELY the way to do it) and fight your way to safety. The zombies are fast and merciless and capable of some crazy mutant feats, but the AI is where this game gets really crazy: rather than have fixed re-spawn points for enemies and locations for items, the game figures out your playing style and the zombies and items are arranged accordingly, making no two playthroughs the same.

Excuse me while I crap all over my living room floor....

Because the premise of this upcoming video game is brilliant.
The video game is called "Prototype". A zombie killing superhero. What? What is that sound?....Oh, that's the sound of my prayers being answered. Nice.

'Dead Snow' Posters

I cant say much about these posters....other than, I wish I had them all! awesome!!!

Hands of Doom T-Shirts

New severed zombie hand t-shirts available from The Horrors of Skeleface! Designed by yours truly, and only $18! Click on the shirts to order, for boys and girls both dead and alive!

Love, R.M.

Romero being Romero

Well, Heres an untitled trailer from Romeros latest B-movie. And at first impression it looks like.....errr.....Romeros latest B-movie. I guess We can all argue that his recent movies have its own sense of charm. It is hard to be critical of a legend such as Romero, but I must say his legend lives in 1968, and 1968 only. Everything else is just comedy to me, and thats great....if it is meant to be funny.... is it?

If you are a Romero fan, I apologize. But although I will definately see this movie, I cant say im really excited about it.



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The purest form of genius.

This, my friends....is probably one of the most spectacular animations I have ever seen. I cant explain how much I love this. It is seriously 12 minutes of unadulterated mad genius. And yes...it includes many zombies as well.



// spm stamp of approval.

extraordinary creativity in the art of killing zombies.

This film is still in post-production, so this footage is still to be fine-tuned. However, it still gets me excited to see this new zombie flick which promises babes and martial arts. check out the doc and updates here!

To ALL of you...

Have a great set of holidays, shamblers!

Keep your f@#%ing candy canes sharp and close...

Heart,
R.M.

Los Tiki Phantoms

Spanish-Skele-Zombie-Surf-Rock. Word.

Lunch Time Zombies

I felt like drawing a cute lil zombie today during lunch. Then I got carried away and ended up coloring it a bit.
Hope you like it


P.S. To all you ZOMBIE NATION FOLLOWERS:

You guys rock!

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Land of the Dead gore highlight reel

George A Romero's Land of the Dead was really strange...I realized this when I was trying to explain the scene where a midget gets shot in the face during a zombie cage fight. I myself enjoyed the hell out of the whole bloody thing. Whether you like the story with all its politics or not, I think it can be agreed that the zombie effects were exceptional. On the Unrated DVD, a video highlighting the finer points of zombie carnage was included.

Enjoy.

Head Like a Hole music video

Video for the New Zealand band "Head Like a Hole," which was banned from TV until after 10:00 pm for the chainsaw shenanigans.

'Dead Snow' at Sundance Film Festival

Zombies are pretty frightening, but Nazi zombies?! ah crap...

Director Tommy Wirkola brings us a new horror-comedy called "Dead Snow" which will be screened at Sundance. They did a great job on the zombie designs! Check out the trailer HERE

Dead Set Miniseries

Dead Set is a British miniseries based around a zombie attack during the reality show "Big Brother".
At first I was skeptical about the premise, but after watching the first episode, I am a believer.
It is amazing. There are 5 episodes, and every episode is great!

All episodes can be found on Youtube. Most episodes are split into parts.

Here is episode 1: part 1 of 5
Part 2/5
Part 3/5
Part 4/5
Part 5/5

UPDATE - youtube took these off recently! I will try to get these somewhere somehow, so dont worry!

If you liked 28 days later...youll love this!!!!

Enjoy
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Jason Chan tells the untold zombie story...

This is a recent work of art from Jason Chan
I love the color and style, not to mention the scariest zombies around....children

World War Z Director

So I saw James Bond: Quantum of Solace yesterday, and it was awesome. What is even better, is that the Director of Bond; Marc Foster, is directing the up and coming World War Z adaptation.
Brad Pitts Production company - Plan B is head of the film, which gives me lots of hope. Because Brad Pitt knows his shit.


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World War Z: Movie Details

Max Brooks World War Z is a book im sure most of you know. If you dont, you need to go buy that book right now. It is an excellent piece of zombie work - which is why it is becoming a movie :)
from what I hear so far, this movie will not let us down.
The movie follows a journalist, named Gerry Lane (Brad Pitt?). He travels all around the world conducting interviews with survivors of the zombie outbreak. It feels like this could be a documentary-style film, but from what ive gathered it will be much more than that.
"Aint It Cool News" reported that they have seen the script written by J. Michael Straczynski, and had this to say:

"I love this script. Love every dark, somber, upsetting page of it. This is a horror epic, a serious, sober-minded adult picture waiting to be made, and it's one of the best pieces of screenwriting craft I've encountered in a while."

Although Straczynski's resume doesnt impress me with his long list of babylon 5, and Jake and the Fatman credits - It maybe an impossible feat to ruin such an awesome concept such as World War Z, but it remains to be seen.

This movie is schedualed to be released in 2010

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New Zombie Haikus - updated

keishoku shukun sent in these zombie haikus - pretty clever!

Feet raking slowly
Lifeless hands reaching outward
Empty eyes searching

All the time on Earth

Nothing to lose. No boundaries.

Forever hungry

Lifeless shells rotting

Something keeps them moving on

Nothing else matters

Great gnashing of teeth

Tearing. Eating. Never full.

Damnation on Earth

No self worth at all

No identity to bind

They are prisoners

If you got a zombie haiku, send it in, and well post it!

stay hungry out there::.

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