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ICE NINE KILLS Stabs Through the Charts with No. 1 Hit 'Twisting The Knife'

By Jason •
Horror-infused metal juggernauts ICE NINE KILLS carve their name into rock history with a chart-topping anthem from 'Scream 7'.

In a blood-soaked triumph, ICE NINE KILLS have officially claimed their first-ever No. 1 at Active Rock Radio with the spine-chilling track 'Twisting The Knife (Feat. Mckenna Grace)', a song crafted for the horror franchise juggernaut 'Scream 7', backed by the powerhouses at Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Media Group. This milestone is not just a number; it's a testament to the band’s relentless drive and the visceral connection they’ve forged with both the horror and rock realms.

'Twisting The Knife' has been a true beast, amassing over 10 million cross-platform streams within its debut week, dominating Billboard's Hot Hard Rock Songs chart and Hard Rock Digital Song Sales chart. In a brutal showdown against rock titans like the FOO FIGHTERS, ICE NINE KILLS emerged victorious. The track also stormed to the top of U.S. YouTube's Current Rock, Hard Rock and Metal Music Videos charts, becoming the first song penned for the iconic franchise to seize the No. 1 spot at radio. Now sitting at an astonishing 32.2 million cross-platform streams, this track is a lethal addition to the INKverse.

Frontman Spencer Charnas expressed the profound impact of the 'Scream' franchise on the band’s identity, calling it a monumental influence. He reminisced about the iconic soundtrack of the original film—filled with tracks that shaped his musical journey—and articulated the honor of contributing to the legacy that intertwines rock music with horror cinema. 'We're proud to play even a small role in bringing those worlds back together,' he declared, alluding to a connection that has faded yet remains vital to both communities.

This No. 1 achievement adds another weapon to the already formidable arsenal of ICE NINE KILLS. With a track record of horror collaborations—including the spine-tingling 'A Work of Art' from 'Terrifier 3' and 'Hell Or High Slaughter' from 'Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come'—the band is deepening its roots in horror history. The recent announcement of Spencer voicing a character in the highly anticipated 'Halloween' video game only solidifies their place at the intersection of heavy music, cinematic world-building, and genre fandom.

As if the band’s momentum isn’t enough, they unveiled yet another chilling development during 'Dead By Daylight's' 10th-anniversary broadcast. The upcoming release of their 'Dead By Daylight'-inspired track 'Play Dead' on June 26 will further entwine the INKverse with one of horror gaming's most celebrated franchises. With over two billion global streams, sold-out tours, and a two-and-a-half-year run supporting METALLICA, ICE NINE KILLS is redefining the boundaries of music, horror, gaming, and cinema.

Charnas previously expressed that 'Twisting The Knife' serves as a tribute to Wes Craven and the enduring legacy of 'Scream'. The collaboration with Mckenna Grace, who recorded her vocals in Charnas's home studio surrounded by memorabilia from the franchise, brings a personal and haunting depth to the track. As the band continues to push boundaries and make waves, fans can only wonder what gruesome delights lie ahead.