Sam Humphries

Between writer Sam Humphries and artist Steven Sanders, they've rocked Fraggles, mutated beastly X-Men and reimagined national history. Despite these respective forays into comic weirdness, it's their united effort that may shatter your doggone senses...

Music: The title track from Kirby Krackle's upcoming album, Super Powered Love is now available for download via outlets like iTunes. The album itself is also available for pre-order as its Comic-Con release approaches. Gaming: If you were one of a bazillion players affected by Sony's PlayStation Network downtime awhile back, today is the last day you can cash in on their "Welcome Back"

TOKYOPOP is over. Or, they've announced they are shutting down U.S. operations next month, which means they are already over in the collective consciousness of the comic book industry. Loss of licenses, failure to replace top-selling franchises, lack of a big media hit, and rounds of brutal layoffs have been telegraphing the end since at least 2008...

In an aggressive move to re-engage kids with the medium of comic books -- once their entertainment of choice -- Meltdown Comics in Los Angeles has announced Kids Comics L.A., an event they're calling "an interactive day of comics, creativity, and family fun for all ages...

Next week sees the launch of Boom! Studios music venue-inspired "CBGB" anthology and, true to form, contributors Sam Humphries and artist Rob G. are taking a DIY approach to promoting. Starting next week the pair will independently be promoting the book with a special, limited edition print by G...