A Preview of The Highly Anticipated Graphic Novel APOCRYPHA: THE LEGEND OF BABYMETAL

A Preview of APOCRYPHA: THE LEGEND OF BABYMETAL,

The Highly Anticipated Graphic Novel

October 29,  2018) This week sees the release of one the most anticipated graphic novels of the year, APOCRYPHA: THE LEGEND OF BABYMETAL.

To celebrate the book’s release, Amuse Group USA - a subsidiary of BABYMETAL’s powerhouse management company Amuse, Inc.- and Z2 Comics are releasing a preview of the book, which features the art of GMB Chomichuk and explores the unknown mythology of the band. The graphic novel is the first venture into the publishing world for BABYMETAL, whose hit songs like “Distortion,” “KARATE,” and “Gimme Chocolate!!,” have captured the imaginations around the world. 

The recently released song “Starlight” is an image song celebrating this BABYMETAL moment. “Starlight” was first teased as part of the graphic novel’s trailer which debuted at New York Comic Con and now has over 125,000 views on YouTube.

Amuse Group USA and Z2 Comics also announced today that, in response to high demand in Japan, Z2 has prepared a Japanese translation guide for APOCRYPHA. The guide, which directly translates the book line-by-line from English to Japanese, will be available via an exclusive link using a code found in the book. A definitive Japanese edition has not yet been determined.

In APOCRYPHA: THE LEGEND OF BABYMETAL, a mission from the Fox God– an entity frequently highlighted in BABYMETAL’s music and performances – takes three reincarnating protagonists on a time-traveling journey. The book can be ordered online via Amazon, ASMART, Barnes & Noble, and Books-A-Million; the standard edition of the book will be in comic book stores and bookstores on October 30, 2018 and retail for $24.99. Additionally, new APOCRYPHA: THE LEGEND OF BABYMETAL merchandise will be available exclusively at BABYMETAL’s official online store on October 30.

For more updates, follow the graphic novel on Twitter and Instagram and follow BABYMETAL on Twitter,  Facebook, YouTube, Google+, and Instagram. 

For more information, contact:

David Hyde

SuperfanPromotions LLC

917-803-6684; david.hyde@superfanpromotions.com; @superfanpr

ABOUT BABYMETAL: Formed in 2010 in Japan, BABYMETAL is a metal dance unit. Their combination of powerful metal sound and dance performances, propelled their first studio album BABYMETAL onto the US Billboard charts. With their second album METAL RESISTANCE, they became the highest-charting Japanese band ever on UK’s Official Albums Chart, landing at number fifteen on the charts, and reaching the 39thspot on its debut on the U.S. Billboard, becoming the first album by a Japanese artist to break into the chart’s top 40 in more than 50 years. 

BABYMETAL has performed with some of the most influential musicians in the world, having supported Lady Gaga on her ArtRave: The Artpop Ball Tour, opened for both the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Guns ‘N Roses, and performed as special guest for Metallica. They performed at the prestigious Wembley Arena in the UK, becoming the first Japanese artist to ever headline at the venue. 

In summer 2017, BABYMETAL held a domestic tour 5 FOX FESTIVALS in JAPAN and BIG FOX FESTIVAL in JAPAN. In December 2017, BABYMETAL held a very special two-day concert in Hiroshima, SU-METAL’s hometown, to celebrate her “coming of age” at the Hiroshima Green Arena. In the same year, BABYMETAL was crowned “MTV EMA’s BEST JAPAN ACT” in which the group became the ultimate winner out of 32 countries and also became first Japanese act to be given such an award.

ABOUT APOCRYPHA: THE LEGEND OF BABYMETAL 

Discover the myth of the worldwide music sensation BABYMETAL. Tasked with defeating the forces of darkness and division, the metal spirits must travel through a variety of eras of time, assuming different forms and identities. What we are seeing is not the BABYMETAL of the present. It's the original story based on BABYMETAL you've never heard before. The long-hidden metal spirit’s apocrypha of the METAL RESISTANCE will emerge.

Comic Con Revolution 2019: Peter Cullen, Iconic Voice of Optimus Prime, Comes to CCR Ontario 2019

PETER CULLEN JOINS THE COMIC REVOLUTION IN ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA!

The Voice of Optimus Prime and Eeyore

Will Be Making a Rare Appearance On Saturday, May 18

New York, Wednesday, October 24, 2018 - Atomic Crush Events' (ACE) Comic Con Revolution Ontario (CCR ONT) is proud to announce that voice acting icon Peter Cullen will be attending this year CCR ONT on Saturday, May 18.  CCR ONT is currently Cullen’s only scheduled appearance in California for 2019. 

Cullen is best known as the voice of the unforgettable leader of the Autobots – Optimus Prime!  He has voiced the character in the Transformers movies, cartoons and video games for nearly 35 years.  Other notable roles include The Transformers' Ironhide, Disney’s melancholy loveable donkey Eeyore, Chip 'n Dale's Rescue Rangers' Monterey Jack, the evil KARR of Knight Rider fame, Voltron's King Alfor and many, many more.

As part of the days programming a, 50-minute one-on-one panel with Peter will give fans a rare opportunity to hear from Cullen himself about how for the past 35 years he has portrayed the heroic Optimus Prime across cartoons, video games and feature films.    

“Cullen's iconic voice has brought joy to countless fans across the globe for more than a generation.  His personal appearances are a rare treat for those fans,” said ACE co-founder and partner Mike Scigliano.  “Comic Con Revolution is excited to be playing host and have an unforgettable day planned that will include opportunities for autographs, photo ops as well as a panel session.”

“I am so looking forward to my very first appearance at Comic Con Revolution in Ontario, CA in May and to working with the gang at Atomic Crush Events to deliver a first rate experience to you, the most loyal and devoted fans on the planet,” said Cullen. “See you in May!”

"Peter is a legend, plain and simple.  His vocal skills gave life and personality to a character, the heroic Optimus Prime, that 35 years later is still as popular as he's ever been,” said ACE co-founder and partner Drew Seldin.  "Having Peter join us in The Inland Empire at Comic Con Revolution is an honor and privilege for us.”

Guests scheduled to appear include: Matthew Atchley, Sweeney Boo, Evan Cagle, Sandy King Carpenter, Ming Chen, Amanda Conner, Neo Edmund, Joe Eisma, Adam Faberman, Carlos Ferro, Joel Gomez, Steven Gordon, Matt Haley, Travis Hanson, Chad Hardin, Ray-Anthony Height, Megan Hutchison, Santa Inoue, Ryan Kincaid, Mike Kunkel, Ian McGinty, Rafael Navarro, James O’Barr, Pernile Orum, Jimmy Palmiotti, Jules, Rivera, Stan Sakai, Patrick Scullin, Beth Sotelo, Angi Viper, Mike Wellman & Mike Zeck.  

Order your tickets to Comic Con Revolution today at https://www.comicconrevolution.com/ontario/

Early bird pricing will be available until December 31, 2018. Tickets purchased at the door will be $5 more per ticket.  In addition to the savings, advanced ticket holders will receive a limited edition art print, as well as being able to enter the exhibit floor an hour early each day.

For more information go to http://www.comicconrevolution.com/ontario

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About Comic Con Revolution

Comic Con Revolution was founded on very simple principles.  We are excited to celebrate comics and the creative arts.  At the absolute core of what we do are the creators themselves.  The people who create the comics, games, toys, film, movies and more that we all love.  Without their tireless dedication to creating the fantastic worlds we all get lost in, events like Comic Con Revolution would not be possible.  We strive to create the best possible experience for attendees, exhibitors and guests alike.  Our team of event industry veterans are dedicated to working hard to create that experience for each of you.

About Atomic Crush Events

Atomic Crush Events is an event consultation, management and production agency that was founded on experience and innovation. Bringing together expertise in event management, marketing, sales and business development to create a unique team that will conceptualize your idea and bring it boldly to life. Our philosophy is simple — create the best experience possible for attendees, exhibitors and guests alike.

Legendary Comics Announces GODZILLA: AFTERSHOCK, an Upcoming Graphic Novel Pitting Godzilla vs a New Mythic Adversary

Legendary Comics Announces Upcoming Graphic Novel Pitting Godzilla Against a Mythic New Adversary in

Set to be released online and in stores in Spring 2019

Fans invited to attend special Legendary Comics’ MonsterVerse panel

at Los Angeles Comic Con on October 27

for a chance to receive a limited-edition Godzilla: Aftershock poster

LOS ANGELES, October 25, 2018 – In anticipation of next summer’s big-screen blockbuster, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Legendary Comics announces the thrilling companion graphic novel GODZILLA: AFTERSHOCK, written by Arvid Nelson, with art by Drew Edward Johnson. Continuing the story of 2014’s Godzilla after the catastrophic events in San Francisco, the King of the Monsters finds himself once again threatened as a terrifying new foe rises from the depths of the earth, unleashing a series of devasting earthquakes and driven by an unstoppable primal instinct that will test the King of Monsters like never before. Godzilla: Aftershock will be available online and in stores in Spring 2019. Follow Facebook.com/LegendaryComics for the latest news and updates.

“Godzilla: Aftershock is yet another exhilarating entry into the canon of the MonsterVerse, and it is especially exciting to introduce fans to a brand new original monster unique to the comic, but true to the legacy of Godzilla,” said Robert Napton, Senior Vice President of Legendary Comics.

Introducing characters from the upcoming movie, the graphic novel also invites readers to delve further into the activities of cryptozoological agency Monarch. The brilliant and driven Monarch operative Dr. Emma Russell races to stop the threat as clues emerge to reveal a terrible secret—a tragedy, of apocalyptic proportions from the distant past that changed the course of human history, is returning to threaten it once more. A shadowy figure stalks Emma’s every move as she travels the globe to uncover secrets, while Godzilla clashes in an ancient rivalry as old as the earth itself. The fate of the world lies in the balance in an epic confrontation that no Godzilla fan will want to miss. 

Fans attending Los Angeles Comic Con are invited to get a sneak peek of GODZILLA: AFTERSHOCK at the Legendary Comics panel “Godzilla: Secrets of the MonsterVerse” in Room 403B on Saturday, October 27 at 3pm. The first 500 fans in attendance will receive an exclusive signed/numbered Godzilla poster only available at the panel. For more information, please visit: https://www.comicconla.com/.

Legendary Entertainment and Warner Bros. Pictures’ Godzilla: King of the Monsters will be released in theaters nationwide on May 31, 2019.

About the creators:

Writer Arvid Nelson was raised by a pack of wild Nintendo cartridges in the wilderness of southern Connecticut. He worked on several films before deciding to focus on graphic novels. Since then he's written over a dozen titles, including two original series—Rex Mundi, set in 1930s Europe where magic is real and the Catholic Church never lost its grip on power, and Zero Killer, an "alternate present" where the United States never dropped Atom bombs on Japan. He's worked for DC Comics, Marvel Comics, and Dark Horse Comics, to name a few. Arvid lived in Northampton, Massachusetts with a loving wife, a wonderful son, and a large television. Visit him online at arvidland.com. 

Artist Drew Edward Johnson started drawing comic books in 1995 with Dark Horse Comics'/Lucasfilm's Star Wars X-Wing: Rogue Squadron. His work has since been published by DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Top Cow, DDP, and Wildstorm. Drew is best known for his work on DC Comics'Wonder Woman #195-210, #211, and #214. Other ongoing series work has included DC Comics' Supergirl, and Wildstorm's The Authority. Over the course of his career, Johnson has been a member of Macon, GA's Jolly Roger Studio; Macon, GA's Studio Phoenix, which he co-founded with Ray Snyder and Dan Jolley; and Portland, OR's Mercury Studio, which is now known as Periscope Studio. These days, Drew lives in Burbank, CA with his wife, Animator/Director Karen Carnegie Johnson, their children Cole and Quinn and a really dumb cat named Lucy.

About Legendary Comics:

Legendary Comics was born out of a passion for mythic entertainment, seeking out new talent and working with the best and the brightest in the industry to create transportive worlds, inspirational characters, and spectacular adventures that leap off the page. Founded in 2011, Legendary Comics has produced an exciting catalogue of original titles that continues to grow and evolve. From partnerships with industry legend Frank Miller to Grant Morrison’s Eisner-nominated Annihilator, Legendary Comics has a passion for innovative new stories, including Marc Guggenheim’s The Adventures of Jonas Quantum, the fantasy action series A Town Called Dragon, and Jessica Chobot and Erika Lewis’ hit webseries, Firebrand: The Initiation of Natali Pressano. In addition to original titles, Legendary Comics also expands the scope of the cinematic universes of its parent company Legendary Entertainment, by bringing big-screen adventure exploding onto the comic book page. Working with the visionary filmmakers and the architects of Legendary’s Monsterverse, they have delivered the level of quality and authenticity our fans demand with New York Times best-sellers such as Godzilla: Awakening and Pacific Rim: Tales From Year Zero, and Skull Island: The Birth of Kong, to name a few. http://www.legendary.com/comics

L.A. Comic Con 2018: Prospect Panel

The cast and crew from PROSPECT, the upcoming feature length film from Gunpowder & Sky’s sci-fi label DUST (hitting theaters in LA/NY on November 2) will be in participating in a special panel hosted by Scott Mantz.

Touted as the “best indie science fiction movie since ‘Moon’”, and referred to as “what the standalone ‘Star Wars’ movies should feel like”, PROSPECT is the critically acclaimed sci-fi western starring Pedro Pascal (“Narcos”, Wonder Woman 1984 and rumored to star in the upcoming Star Wars series), along with breakout star Sophie Thatcher (“The Exorcist”) and Jay Duplass (“Transparent”).

Check out the official trailer here.

Press notes here

Poster here

PANELISTS:

• Jay Duplass (“Transparent”)
• Sophie Thatcher (“The Exorcist”) 
• Filmmaking Duo Zeek Earl and Christopher Caldwell (In The Pines, Redemption, Man) 
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ABOUT JAY DUPLASS (“Damon”)

Jay Duplass is a trailblazing independent filmmaker and actor, best known for playing Josh Pfefferman in Jill Soloway’s critically acclaimed series TRANSPARENT (Amazon).

As an actor, Duplass has appeared in a wide range of film projects, including Lynn Shelton’s OUTSIDE IN (which he also co-wrote and executive produced), Miguel Arteta’s BEATRIZ AT DINNER, and Gillian Robespierre’s LANDLINE. In addition to his work on TRANSPARENT, Duplass has had recurring roles in SEARCH PARTY (TBS) and THE MINDY PROJECT (Hulu).

Duplass’ career took off back in 2005, when he and his brother Mark debuted their first micro-budget feature, THE PUFFY CHAIR, at the Sundance Film Festival. THE PUFFY CHAIR went on to win the Audience Award at the South by Southwest Film Festival and also garnered two Independent Spirit Award nominations.

Over the past decade, he and his brother Mark have co-written, directed, and produced multiple independent film and television projects together, including CYRUS, BAGHEAD, JEFF, WHO LIVES AT HOME, TOGETHERNESS (HBO) and ROOM 104 (HBO). Additional producer credits include: SAFETY NOT GUARANTEED, THE SKELETON TWINS, THE ONE I LOVE, TANGERINE, THE OVERNIGHT, and ANIMALS (HBO).

ABOUT SOPHIE THATCHER (“Cee”)

Thatcher hails from Chicago where she made her mark in the theater world playing Anne Frank in “The Diary of Anne Frank” to which she received rave reviews. Growing up, she also starred in several other stage productions including “A Christmas Carol: The Musical,” “Oliver!,’ and “The Secret Garden.” She was last seen as ‘Cathy’ in Tom Stoppard’s play “The Hard Problem” at the Court Theatre in Chicago. PROSPECT is Thatcher’s first starring film role and next year, she will star in the Anonymous Content film The Tomorrow Man,  opposite John LIthgow and Blythe Danner, directed by Noble Jones. 

ABOUT ZEEK EARL AND CHRISTOPHER CALDWELL

Zeek Earl and Christopher Caldwell are based in Seattle, Washington where they founded their production company SHEP Films. Their first short film IN THE PINES premiered at SXSW in 2012. PROSPECT is based on their short of the same name which also premiered at SXSW in 2014 and is their debut feature length film. 

ABOUT PROSPECT

Written and directed by Zeek Earl and Christopher Caldwell (In The Pines, Redemption, Man), PROSPECT, hailed as the “best indie science fiction movie since ‘Moon’” stars Pedro Pascal (“Game of Thrones”, “Narcos”), Sophie Thatcher (“The Exorcist”) and Jay Duplass (“Transparent”). Thatcher and Duplass portray Cee and Damon, a father-daughter following their path through the galaxy in search of the ultimate payday, and the two quickly fall prey to unknown terrain and dangerous encounters as their mission turns deadly. PROSPECT also features Andre Royo (The Spectacular Now), Sheila Vand (Argo) and Anwar Glover (“The Wire”). 

All aspects of the retro-futuristic sci-fi western - from aesthetic to sound - were intentional and capture the essence of a period piece. With medieval era instruments used for the soundtrack, vintage Russian glasses lenses rehoused for shooting and costumes inspired by actual space travel, PROSPECT has a historical feel and is referred to as “what the standalone ‘Star Wars’ movies should feel like”.

PROSPECT, based on a short by Earl and Caldwell, had its world premiere at SXSW 2018 to critical acclaim where the film took home The Adam Yauch Hörnblowér Award reserved “in honor of a filmmaker whose work strives to be wholly its own, without regard for norms or desire to conform.”

L.A. Comic Con 2018: L.A. Comic Con is TODAY!

L.A. COMIC CON STARTS TODAY! Join us this weekend for L.A.'s biggest & greatest celebration of comics, gaming, sci-fi, horror and pop-culture! Here's what you can expect at the show: GET YOUR PASS TODAY USE PROMO CODE 12OFF TO GET 12% OFF YOUR TICKETS! PROGRAMMING GALORE! This year we're bringing you the best of the best on our Main Stage! We have panels jam-packed with celebs and the topics you care most about. Here are some of the highlights: Tenacious D presents Post-Apocalypto! Marvel's Runaways Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Jimmy Neutron 15th Anniversary Cast Reunion Spotlight on: Rob Liefeld, creator of Deadpool Four Decades of Fangoria Elijah Wood's SpectreVision: Spotlight on Mandy The Cosplay National Championship Check out L.A. Comic Con's full lineup of 200+ panels and special programming going on all weekend long HERE! EXCITING SHOPPING & CON EXCLUSIVES! With over 700 vendors and artists selling thousands of unique items, there is something for everyone! We're thrilled to be joined by vendors like Hot Topic, Kidrobot, NECA, Mezco, and so many more. You can also view a full list of exhibitors HERE! (click map to download) SPECIAL GUESTS & CELEBRITIES! We've got special guests that span all our favorite genres -- Get up close and personal with some of the biggest and best names in the entertainment industry, including: Danny Trejo Katie Cassidy Jack Black & Kyle Gass Colin Hanks Elijah Wood Robbie Amell Rob Liefeld Greg Capullo Skottie Young Mallory Jansen Brett Dalton & SO MANY MORE! You can view our full lineup of guests HERE! CELEBRATING KIDS & FAMILIES Participate in L.A. biggest and safest indoor Trick-or-Treating, join our Kid's Costume Contest sponsored by Disney Pixar's Incredibles 2, and get your hands on the best toys and collectibles! There's tons to do with your little boys and ghouls! And the best part? Kid's 12 and under get in FREE! With three full days of incredible content, L.A. Comic Con is truly a place for everyone.