Scorpion Milk, the new post-punk / goth-tinged solo project of Mat McNerney (known for his work with Beastmilk and Grave Pleasures), has unveiled its latest music video, accompanying its second single “She-Wolf of London.”
The video was released on August 23, 2025, and comes ahead of Scorpion Milk’s debut full-length album, Slime of the Times, scheduled for release on
September 19 through Peaceville Records.
Guest Vocals, Gothic Flair & Lycanthropic Romance
“She-Wolf of London” features a guest vocal turn from William Von Ghould of British horror-punk outfit Creeper, adding a gothic swagger and dramatic presence to McNerney’s atmospheric sound.
McNerney elaborated on the collaboration:
“I am a fan of Will’s voice and work with Creeper. ‘She Wolf of London’ needed that gothic swagger and a touch of Albion grime that Von Ghould expertly purveys. This song is a twisted love letter to the cursed bloodlines of British horror, the haunted streets of my youth, and lycanthropic seduction.”
In other words, the track embraces horror imagery and nocturnal narratives, merging romantic obsession with supernatural darkness.
The Visuals: Mood, Style, And Imagery
While the video’s full plot details are best experienced directly, it is edited by McNerney himself and manifests a strong visual identity in line with the song’s gothic horror themes.
Dark, moody aesthetics, perhaps moonlit streets, haunted shadows, and transformational symbolism (lycanthropy, dual identities), dominate. The blending of horror tropes with sensuality gives the piece a cinematic edge, emphasizing the video not just as a companion to the song but as an extension of its storytelling.
Context: Slime Of The Times & Scorpion Milk’s Ambitions
Slime of the Times marks McNerney’s full foray into a self-defined genre he dubs Apocalyptic Post-Punk, threading heavy influence from 80s post-punk, goth, and darker experimental undercurrents.
The album features other collaborators too: Tor Sjödén (Viagra Boys) on drums, Nate Newton (Converge / Cave In) on bass, and guest appearances, including Big Paul Ferguson of Killing Joke.
“Another Day Another Abyss” was the first single released, and “She-Wolf of London” follows as a second taste of the album’s tone and sonic palette.
McNerney’s vision leans toward the theatrical, the haunted, and the visceral. With visual art by Danu Bharatu and mix/master touches from London & Abbey Road studios, the project is as ambitious in its aesthetic as it is in its sound.
Why “She-Wolf Of London” Matters
- It broadens the emotional scope. The song and video allow McNerney to explore gothic romance, horror folklore, and urban myth in a way that extends beyond the more abrasive aspects of his past work.
- It bridges scenes. By tapping William Von Ghould of Creeper, the track nods to horror-punk, gothic rock, and overlapping fan communities.
- It showcases McNerney’s artistic control. From writing to editing the video, Scorpion Milk is clearly a project where McNerney is steering the full creative ship.
- It builds momentum ahead of Slime of the Times. As the second single, it helps define what listeners can expect, dark, visceral, cinematic, and unafraid.
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