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Ice Nine Kills Unveils 'The Laugh Track' Music Video

10/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

Ice Nine Kills released a new single and music video titled "The Laugh Track," inspired by Tim Burton's 1989 Batman film.
Frontman Spencer Charnas portrays Jack Nicholson's Joker, and the video features Matthew Lillard, an actor, and Phil Morris, an actor, reenacting the parade scene.
Charnas expressed excitement about Lillard's introduction to the INKverse, aligning with a new collaboration for a blood-colored bourbon by Lillard's Macabre Spirits.

History

Historical Context

Tim Burton's "Batman," released in 1989, revitalized the superhero genre, grossing over $400 million worldwide. The film, starring Michael Keaton as Batman and Jack Nicholson as the Joker, set a new standard for comic adaptations. Its success influenced contemporary culture, as seen in Ice Nine Kills' single "The Laugh Track," showcasing the lasting impact of Burton's vision on modern entertainment.

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Story summary

Ice Nine Kills released a new single and music video titled "The Laugh Track," inspired by Tim Burton's 1989 Batman film.
Frontman Spencer Charnas portrays Jack Nicholson's Joker, and the video features Matthew Lillard, an actor, and Phil Morris, an actor, reenacting the parade scene.
Charnas expressed excitement about Lillard's introduction to the INKverse, aligning with a new collaboration for a blood-colored bourbon by Lillard's Macabre Spirits.

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