Speaking News Today — July 15, 2026
Slasher Terror, Cartel Nightmares and a British Folk Monster Join Black Mandala’s New Horror Slate (EXCLUSIVE) and more — today's speaking signal.
The world of entertainment is getting a whole lot darker and more thrilling, with horror taking center stage in today's headlines. Black Mandala is leading the charge with its new horror slate, featuring a British folk monster and cartel nightmares that are sure to send chills down audiences' spines. But it's not just about the movies - music is also getting in on the action, with former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted sharing a wild story about the time the band had darts thrown at them onstage, proving that even the most intense rock shows can't compare to the terror of a horror movie.
The horror trend continues with the news that Oddfellows, the producer behind chilling films like 'Backrooms' and 'Longlegs', has signed a first-look deal with Warner Bros, paving the way for even more spine-tingling content to come. And if you thought that was all, FX is getting in on the horror game with its new drama series 'The Shards', which promises to bring a serial killer, drugs, and sex to the streets of Los Angeles, haunting a group of teens in what's sure to be a gripping and intense ride. With all these horror-filled headlines, it's clear that the entertainment industry is embracing the darker side of storytelling, and we can't wait to see what other thrills and chills are in store for us.
Today's signal:
• Slasher Terror, Cartel Nightmares and a British Folk Monster Join Black Mandala’s New Horror Slate (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Jason Newsted on the Time Metallica Had Darts Thrown at Them Onstage (rollingstone.com)
• ‘Backrooms,’ ‘Longlegs’ Producer Oddfellows Signs First-Look Deal With Warner Bros. (variety.com)
• ‘The Shards’ Trailer: Drugs, Sex and a Serial Killer Haunt L.A. Teens in FX Drama Series (variety.com)