Ice Nine Kills and Reel Big Fish Reimagine ‘Walking On Sunshine’ for American Psycho Comic Series
Just in time for a killer summer, murdersome metal trailblazers, Ice Nine Kills, and ska punk legends, Reel Big Fish, have joined forces. Partnering with Sumerian Comics’ American Psycho comic book series, they’ve released an incredible cover of Katrina And The Waves’ hit, “Walking On Sunshine.”
Spencer Charnas on the Cover
Speaking on his band’s reimagining of this classic track, head psycho and frontman of Ice Nine Kills, Spencer Charnas, shares:
“It’s no secret to INK fans that ska punk and horror movies are what pumps through my bloodstream. When the opportunity arose to combine one of my favourite films with one of my favourite bands of all time, I didn’t just jump at the chance, I skanked over to my nail gun, axe, and chainsaw and bludgeoned out my favourite cover we’ve ever done.”
Sumerian Comics’ Take on the Collaboration
Nathan Yocum, President of Sumerian Comics, expressed his excitement about the collaboration, sharing:
“We are thrilled to have Ice Nine Kills performing a cover of ‘Walking On Sunshine’ for the soundtrack to our American Psycho comic book series. Their unique blend of theatricality and intensity perfectly complements the dark and twisted themes of our story. This collaboration brings an exciting new dimension to the project, and we can’t wait for fans to experience this iconic song like never before.”
About the American Psycho Comic Series
The American Psycho comic book series by Sumerian Comics is a bold reimagining of Patrick Bateman’s notorious saga. The five-issue series delves into a dual storyline format; one tracing the chilling exploits of Bateman, and the other introducing a contemporary narrative featuring Charlene Carruthers—a social media-savvy millennial whose descent into violence mirrors the chilling escalation of her predecessor. This innovative take reinterprets the iconic tale with a story written by Michael Calero (Quested), vivid artwork by Piotr Kowalski (The Witcher, Bloodborne, Sex), and striking colors by Brad Simpson (Kong of Skull Island, Stray Dogs, Blade Runner Origins).
Previous Soundtrack Contributions
Today’s release joins previously released tracks from the likes of Puscifer, who recorded a brand new, original single, “The Algorithm” for the comic book series; Unlike Pluto, who covered Eurythmics’ “Sweet Dreams”; Perturbator, who covered “Dangerous” by Depeche Mode; and Ramsey, who covered Leadbelly’s “Where Did You Sleep Last Night.” These tracks have collectively racked up over 677,000 streams, with current sales for the comic book series topping 80,000 units.
More to Come
Fans of the American Psycho franchise can look forward to more from the accompanying soundtrack for the comic book series that perfectly complements the visual frenzy and deepens the narrative’s impact, making each issue a multifaceted experience of sight and sound. Head to the Sumerian Comics website for more information and to order your copies of American Psycho.
Limited Edition Merch
To celebrate this epic new track and give fans the freshest merch to wear whilst skanking their way through the summer, Ice Nine Kills have dedicated their monthly Nightmare On The Ninth merch capsule to the release. Items are limited and only available for a short time, so be sure to grab yours now from INK Merch.
