John Carpenter’s Hellish New Project | Music News

Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

John Carpenter’s long-awaited return to creative form drops this week with the graphic novel Cathedral—a demonic murder mystery born from a wild dream—and its matching heavy metal soundtrack, crafted with his son and godson. This marks his first new visual project since 2010, as he embraces the freedom of comics over studio-driven films. The music, raw and riff-heavy, was built around vivid story scenes, while the art team brought the hellish world to life. Carpenter admits he’s no longer chasing Hollywood’s grind—he’s gaming, creating, and loving every chaotic, creative moment. Listen in…