After fifteen episodes, the horror podcast Bad Notes seemed to end in late 2017. But the story wasn't finished. In this collaborative project produced by former National Independent Radio host Ezra Solomon and author L. David Hesler, we learn that someone... or someTHING... doesn't want the story of Orin Moon to be revealed to the public; but Ezra Solomon is determined to share the truth about the Moon family legacy. Season 2 of the podcast begins publishing every other Tuesday beginning Nov. 2. Visit ldavidhesler.com to catch up on Season 1 and to discover more work by the author.

The Demon and The Voice

Melody Moon, the daughter of demon-hunting heavy metal musician Orin Moon, is on a quest to find her missing dad. With the help of a vampire named Wicked Jenny and a half-breed roadie named Pony, Melody hits the road once again in search of the guitar her father handed down to her shortly before disappearing. The only problem is... she pawned the bastard.

The title music for this season's episodes is "Ascend" by Primitivity. Go to primitivity.com for more.

Bad Notes is written and produced by L. David Hesler.

A Voice From the Other Side

Thanks to a collection of old journals and notebooks left behind by her father and his demon-hunting friends, Melody Moon uncovers new information about the demon Murmur. But what do these new details mean for Melody?

Bad Notes is written and produced by L. David Hesler. Find more of his work at https://linktr.ee/ldavidhesler

The title song for this season of Bad Notes is "Ascend" by Primitivity. Get more of their music at https://primitivity.com

All other sound effects and music are used through a Creative Commons 0 license and are sourced from Freesound.org and the YouTube audio library.

This episode is sponsored by ORB Industries. Haven't heard of them? They'd like to keep it that way.

If It Bleeds, It Dies

Bad Notes is taking a brief break this week while Ezra, the former public radio host who's been charged with sharing the story found in this podcast, tries to escape... something? We don't know what it is, but hopefully he can avoid its clutches long enough to post more episodes beginning Dec. 14. Also, stay tuned for some news from behind the scenes!


Bad Notes is written and produced by author L. David Hesler. Visit ldavidhesler.com for more of his work.

On the Road, Off the Air

On her way to Nebraska to learn where her father might be, Melody Moon finds herself stranded with her friends somewhere in the middle of northern Missouri. Help is nowhere to be found until she spots a mysterious house in the hills. But what awaits her there is beyond her imagination. In the infinite road trip that is the quest to find Orin Moon, Melody is about to discover that some roadside attractions are best left alone.

May the Road Rise Up to Eat You

Melody Moon investigates the dark mystery of the Madsen house and discovers something twisted awaits her somewhere inside this abandoned home.

The intro song for this season's episodes is "Ascend," used with permission from the band Primitivity. Find more of their work at primitivity.com

All other sound effects and music are used under a Creative Commons 0 license and are sourced from Freesound.org and the Youtube Audio Library.

This House is a Tomb

In 1996, life is weird for thrash musician Melody Moon as she copes with the loss of a loved one. Her confusion is compounded by the sudden appearance of an old family friend and his disturbing assertions about Melody's father. This episode's Mixtape Guest is Chron Goblin (www.chrongoblin.com), while the title music is provided by Ethan Meixsell (www.ethanmeixsell.com). Adam Martens provides the voice of the National Independent Radio broadcaster. This story is a work of fiction; any similarities to actual people, places, or events are coincidental.

Chapter 1: A Funeral for Orin Moon

It's still 1996. Hard rocker Melody Moon is trying to put her life together after losing her father, but she can't help getting trashed. Things get awkward when Melody and her friend Aiden are visited during the witching hour... This episode's Mixtape Guest is Devil Electric (www.devilelectric.com), while the title music is provided by Ethan Meixsell (www.ethanmeixsell.com). Adam Martens provides the voice of the National Independent Radio broadcaster. This story is a work of fiction; any similarities to actual people, places, or events are coincidental.

Chapter 2: Rock Stars Never Die

Melody Moon struggles with the fact that her dead rock star of a father might now be a shambling zombie. A trip to her apartment reveals new surprises and guides her ever closer to the truth about her father's legacy. This episode's Mixtape Guest is Primitivity (www.primitivity.com), while the title music is provided by Ethan Meixsell (www.ethanmeixsell.com). Adam Martens provides the voice of the National Independent Radio broadcaster. This story is a work of fiction; any similarities to actual people, places, or events are coincidental.

Chapter 3: Something Strange Has Gone Missing

Melody Moon investigates the funeral home where her father's body supposedly went missing. The surprise she discovers is more terrifying than she had expected. This episode features mix tape guest band Cloudkicker; find all their music at www.cloudkickermusic.com Bad Notes: Chapter 4 is sponsored by Orb Industries and their new After Death Reconciliation Program. Listen through the end of the episode to learn more about this exciting paranormal opportunity. Bad Notes title music by Ethan Meixsell at www.ethanmeixsell.com

Chapter 4: Undead To The World

Melody Moon hits the road in search of her only known family member while the mystery of her father's disappearance continues to haunt her. The freedom of the highway is deceiving - this won't be a normal road trip. This episode features mix tape guest band Thunder And Lightning; find more music at www.tnlmetal.de | www.twitter.com/tnlmetal | www.youtube.com/tnlofficial | http://tnlmetal.bandcamp.com/ Chapter 5 of Bad Notes is sponsored by Orb Industries. Listen through the end of the episode to learn more about their latest tip for staying safe in your own home. Bad Notes title music by Ethan Meixsell at www.ethanmeixsell.com

Chapter 5: Hit The Road Before It Hits You

A seemingly daunting obstacle becomes an opportunity for answers as Melody Moon tries to find out what happened to her father. But first, there's the matter of a few more dead bodies. This episode features mix tape guest band The Last Glacier with their song "Stones For a Glass House;' find more music at thelastglacier.bandcamp.com or www.facebook.com/TheLastGlacier Chapter 6 of Bad Notes is sponsored by Orb Industries. Listen through the end of the episode to hear their most recent safety tip about driving. Bad Notes title music by Ethan Meixsell at www.ethanmeixsell.com

Chapter 6: Dad's Friends Are So Weird

Melody Moon almost gets answers about her missing father, but a ghost from her recent past ruins everything. Beware: this episode contains audio content that originated in the spirit realm. The band Black Moth is this week's mix tape guest artist. Find more of their music at www.themothpit.co.uk or follow them facebook.com/themothpit to get sneak peaks as they record their next album. The voice of Murmur is portrayed by Joe Garwood. Chapter 7 of Bad Notes is sponsored by the magical Orb Industries. Listen through the end of the episode to hear their most recent tip about saving valuable information. Bad Notes title music by Ethan Meixsell at www.ethanmeixsell.com

Chapter 7: The Demon Says Hello

Alonzo Crane attempts to tell Melody about her father's dangerous double life on the road, but the truth might be too much for her to handle.  This week's mix tape guest artist Dark Hound with the song "Thread." Visit www.dark-hound.com for more of their music. As always, Chapter 8 of Bad Notes is sponsored by the mysterious Orb Industries. Listen through the end of the episode to hear their most recent message. Bad Notes title music by Ethan Meixsell.

Chapter 8: The Night Crowd

While Mel listens to a recording from her father’s confusing past, the bass player Alonzo makes a desperate decision that could change everything. And a visitor arrives. This episode’s mixtape guest is Mother Black Cat, featuring their song “Breathing Fire.” Find more info at www.motherblackcat.com or www.facebook.com/MotherBlackCat Listen to the whole episode for a message from our regular sponsor, the mysterious Orb Industries. The Bad Notes intro song is by Ethan Meixsell. Find more of his music at www.ethanmeixsell.com

Chapter 9: Roadside Distractions

Thirty years ago, during the 1980s, demon hunter Orin Moon trapped a hellish beast during his daughter's tenth birthday. His guitar tech and long-time friend Pony tells the story in this rare piece of audio preserved by the Orb Industries Archive of Paranormal Oddities...

Paul Pursell (www.facebook.com/paulkennethpursell )portrays Pony Nichols, this week's guest narrator. The mix tape musical guest is Red Mountains (www.facebook.com/redmountainsband) with their song Sun.  Additional music and sound effects are used with a Creative Commons 0 license or are public domain.

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Chapter 10: Punch & Pie

Melody Moon comes to terms with her family's dark legacy and the fact that she might have just left her father's best friend for dead. This episode's mix tape guest is Primitivity with the song "Sacrifice." (www.primitivity.com) Listen to the whole episode to hear a special message from mysterious sponsor ORB Industries. Support the show on Patreon by visiting www.patreon.com/ldavidhesler or leave a review on iTunes!

Chapter 11: That Night In Iowa

Mel discovers her heavy metal hero Wicked Jenny has ties to Orin Moon and the mysterious Night Crowd. And the mimicking demon Murmur may be closer than Mel thought. This episode's mix tape guest is Hyborian with the song "Maelstrom." (www.hyborianrock.bandcamp.com and www.facebook.com/HyborianRock ) The voice of Murmur is provided by Joe Garwood. Listen to the whole episode to hear a new message from mysterious sponsor ORB Industries. Support the show on Patreon by visiting www.patreon.com/ldavidhesler or leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

Chapter 12: Something Wicked Blah Blah Blah

Murmur returns, but is it the actual demon or something stranger? Only Melody Moon's best friend Aiden can be sure since he's the one trapped inside a shipping container with the hellish beast. Catch the newest message from the podcast's longtime sponsor Orb Industries at the end of the show. This episode's mix tape guest is Primitivity - visit www.primitivity.com to hear more of their work. The demon Murmur is portrayed by Joe Garwood. The National Independent Radio broadcaster is played by Adam Martens. The theme song for Bad Notes is by Ethan Meixsell.  Get more fiction by Bad Notes creator L. David Hesler at www.ldavidhesler.com or support the podcast on Patreon at www.patreon.com/ldavidhesler

Chapter 13: Altered States

The demon Murmur leaves its mark on Mel and her companions, while secrets from her recent past threaten to unravel the quest to find Orin Moon. This fictional podcast is written and produced by author L. David Hesler. The mix tape guest at the middle of the episode is Forming the Void with their song "Plumes." Get more music at www.formingthevoid.bandcamp.com and www.facebook.com/formingthevoid | The National Independent Radio broadcaster is voiced by Adam Martens | The podcast's opening theme song is by Ethan Meixsell

Chapter 14: Secrets Abound

Mel reveals the final conversation she had with her father before his mysterious disappearance. And why the hell is her guitar so important? This fictional podcast is written and produced by author L. David Hesler. The mix tape musical guest at the middle of the episode is Holy Grove with their song "Huntress." Get more music at www.holygrove.bandcamp.com and www.facebook.com/holygroveband | The National Independent Radio broadcaster is voiced by Adam Martens | The podcast's opening theme song is by Ethan Meixsell

Chapter 15: A Gift From Dad

In 1996, Midwestern heavy metal legend and alleged demon hunter Orin Moon went missing. Twenty years later, the fallout from his disappearance and its impact on his daughter Melody Moon are revealed in a series of recently discovered recordings. Brought to you by National Independent Radio - a subsidiary of ORB Industries. If you can believe all of that, then you can also believe that Bad Notes is a podcast of serial horror fiction by author L. David Hesler. The podcast updates every other Tuesday.

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