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The Metal Grotto with DJ Reverend Hell On Wheels

The Metal Grotto Episode 112 “Walpurgisnacht Occult Rock Special”

On this week’s set, DJ Warlock HellOnWheels brings back to the Walpurgisnacht tradition of a show consisting of Occult Rock tracks from some artists that haven’t been featured for some time Only On Radio Free Satan! Stream The Metal Grotto Episode 112. Download The Metal Grotto Episode 112.

Beaster blossom at The Black House.

Eggscellent Day!

Today, Christians celebrate their well-worn myth of a savior risen from the dead. Some neo-pagans esteem the relatively obscure female deity, Ēostre. Satanists note that traditions for this day stem from ancient seasonal celebrations which tend to include symbolism of the rising of dormant vegetation, and thus “rebirth” and “resurrection.” There is certainly much beauty in the early flowers now abounding here in the Haunted Hudson Valley, one of which is pictured above from our garden here at The Black House. Since we are free of any holiday obligations, we might choose to ignore this date altogether. Yet, we diabolists may […]

The Metal Grotto with DJ Reverend Hell On Wheels

The Metal Grotto Episode 111 “Spring (neck) break Special”

Ahh Spring—a time for flowers, allergies, parties, and…metal? This week’s set doesn’t have a theme, per se, but the second half has a few dedications to fellow djs. Only on Radio Free Satan Stream The Metal Grotto Episode 111. Download The Metal Grotto Episode 111.

Diabolus in Musica

Diabolus in Musica: Did the Catholic Church Ban the Tritone for Being “the Devil in Music”?

On this episode, the Satanic Skeptic, JD Sword, examines the musical myth that the Catholic Church banned what’s known as the tritone during the Middle Ages for being “Diabolus in Musica”. High Priest Peter Gilmore and others provide historical context and a technical explanation of the tritone and its usage. Is there any truth to this myth and what relationship does the tritone have to rock and heavy metal music? The Devil in the Details Podcast—Episode 15: Diabolus in Musica Skeptical Inquirer Article

Hail Anton Szandor LaVey!

Remembering Magus Anton Szandor LaVey

Today is the 92nd anniversary of the birth of our founder, Anton Szandor LaVey, and we often take this day to fondly recall the transformational legacy of the founder of Satanism as a religion. He was truly a unique man, and several recent works offer insights into his thoughts and personality that you might want to peruse: WE ARE SATANISTS: The History and Future of the Church of Satan by Magistra Blanche Barton Anton LaVey and the Church of Satan: Infernal Wisdom from the Devil’s Den by Magister Carl Abrahamsson Anton LaVey – Into the Devil’s Den a documentary by […]

The Devil's Mischief #665

The Devil’s Mischief #665

Anticipation! That really best describes the number 665. So while we await episode 666, hear some selected comedy tracks from LEWIS BLACK and DON KNOTTS on the topic of anticipation, along with brand new novelty from mash-up band BEATALLICA. Plus, Bill shares some news on an all NEW program in the works. Stream The Devil’s Mischief #665. Download The Devil’s Mischief #665.  

Stand Alone 1225: Max Stirner and the Philosophy of the Individual | Leo Markun & Jason Ramsay-Brown

Leo Markun provides a strong introduction to the history, life, and philosophy of Johann Caspar Schmidt, known professionally as Max Stirner, the father of Egoism. This long essay was first released in 1925 as part of the Little Blue Book series by the prolific publisher Emanuel Haldeman-Julius (1889-1951). Available from Underworld Amusements This booklet was printed on a 1930s Linotype Letterpress by Michael E. Coughlin, editor and publisher of the anarchist journal the dandelion and co-editor of Benjamin R. Tucker and the Champions of Liberty (1987). Using 100 pound Starch Rain Speckletone by French Paper, and giving it a strong “bite” so that the reader can feel […]