[Comic Book Review] BRONZE AGE BOOGIE #1 from AHOY Comics

PopCultHQ received an advanced review copy of BRONZE AGE BOOGIE #1 from AHOY Comics. Available April 3rd, 2019, the creative team for this issue features writing from Stuart Moore, art from Alberto Ponticelli, colors from Giulia Brusco, and lettering from Rob Steen. Here’s PopCultHQ’s Spoiler-Free Review of… BRONZE AGE BOOGIE #1 Story: Stuart Moore Art: Alberto Ponticelli Colorist: Giulia Brusco Letterer: Rob Steen Cover Artist: Alberto Ponticelli ~ Extras: Tyrone Finch, Shawn Crystal, Mauricet,  Darick Robertson, Bryce Ingman, Kek-w ~ AHOY Wave Two begins! What do you get when you combine all the best-loved comics genres of the 1970s: apes, monsters, Kung Fu, sword-and-sorcery, and cosmic adventure? You get

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[Comic Book Review] LODGER #4 from IDW Publishing’s Black Crown Imprint

PopCultHQ received an advanced review copy of LODGER #4 from IDW Publishing‘s Black Crown imprint. Available April 3rd, 2019, the creative team for this issue features writing from David Lapham & Maria Lapham, and illustrations from David Lapham. Here’s PopCultHQ’s Spoiler-Free Review of… Lodger #4 Writers: David Lapham & Maria Lapham Artist: David Lapham Cover Artist: David Lapham B&W • 32 pages • $3.99 The line between hunter and hunted gets blurred when the Lodger gives into temptation. And out on the open road, Ricky and Golddigger close in for the kill. PopCultHQ’s Comic Book Review: LODGER #4 The Lodgers web

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[Spotlight] Thunder, Lightning, and the Magic of Shazam!

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On April 4th lightning strikes and the world will watch Billy Batson become Captai…. Err… Shazam. The buzz for DC Entertainment‘s latest potential hit is at a fever pitch. Early reviews have been generous. While we wait to see if the big red cheese will succeed in filling the temporary void of the big blue boy scout, now is the perfect time to brush up on the comics that once rivalled Superman in popularity. For more on the history of Captai…umm… sorry… Shazam, read PopCultHQ’s Joshua Winchester’s comprehensive article here. This article covers some of the must-haves, the reboots, the

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[Interview] Voice Actress E.G. Daily at C2E2

Sometimes an actress comes along who is not only to work in one world, but two or more. E.G Daily has done it all, musician, voice actor, and performing in movies and TV. She is the quintessential performer, and has gifted and will continue to gift the world with her talents for years to come. She has been the voice of Mockingbird in The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes,  Rudy Tabootie in ChalkZone and numerous others throughout the years. Two of her best known roles (in animation) are that of Tommy Pickles on Rugrats and Buttercup on The Powerpuff Girls. These characters are

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[Interview] Some of our Favorite Cartoon Actors came to C2E2 2019

If you were a child of the ’90s then you have fond memories of cartoons such as Tiny Toons, Batman the Animated Series, Spider-Man, and Animaniacs. Maurice LaMarche, Rob Paulsen, Jess Harnell and Tress MacNeille are a quartet who were a big part of that era. They have become industry legends, with a slew of acting credits under their belts. PopCultHQ had a chance to briefly talk to them at C2E2. Maurice LaMarche Maurice LaMarche is an Emmy-winning voice actor with a huge repetoire. His roles have included Inspector Gadget, Dennis the Menace, Slimer! And the Real Ghostbusters, Animaniacs, Pinky and

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[Interview] Writer Marv Wolfman at C2E2

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Some of the most well known comic books have one thing in common. They were written by Marv Wolfman. Marv’s words, his scripts and the rich characters he created, will always be remembered by future generations of comic book fans. Wolfman’s creations include Blade, Bullseye, Deathstroke, Teen Titans, and Starfire. He has worked with numerous publishers and artists lending his name and talents to some of the biggest comic lines and names out there. PopCultHQ had a chance to chat with Marv about the anniversaries of two of his most seminal works, his thoughts on seeing his characters adapted for

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[Recap] C2E2: ‘Into the Badlands’

Into the Badlands is the post-apocalyptic martial arts spectacular that you may not know about and that you NEED to watch. Those of us without cable had never heard of it until the first season appeared on Netflix. It was one of those shows with an interesting cover and premise that caught our attention. I love martial arts movies and post-apocalyptic movies. I’m also a huge B-movie fan, so this seemed right up my alley. Once I watched it, I realized that this was no B-movie. I was BLOWN AWAY by Into the Badlands. Everything about this series captured my

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[Comic Book Review] FANTASTIC FOUR #8 from Marvel Comics

PopCultHQ received a review copy of FANTASTIC FOUR #8 from Marvel Comics. Available March 27th, the creative team for this issue features writing from Dan Slott, art from Aaron Kuder, Stefano Caselli, David Marquez & Reilly Brown, colors from Matt Yackey, and lettering from VC’s Joe Caramagna. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… FANTASTIC FOUR (2018) #8 Written by Dan Slott Art by Aaron Kuder, Stefano Caselli,  David Marquez & Reilly Brown Colors by Matt Yackey Letters by Joe Caramagna Main Cover by Esad Ribic “HERALD OF DOOM” continues with “FIRST-WORLD POWER”! Latveria is about to take its rightful place on the world stage. Thanks

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[Comic Book Review] MR. AND MRS. X #9 from Marvel Comics

PopCultHQ received a review copy of MR. AND MRS. X #9 from Marvel Comics. Available March 27th, the creative team for this issue features writing from Kelly Thompson, art from Oscar Bazaldua, colors by Frank D’Armata, and lettering from VC’s Joe Sabino. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… MR. & MRS. X #9 Writer: Kelly Thompson Artist: Oscar Bazaldua Colorist: Frank D’Armata Letterer: Joe Sabino Cover Artists: Terry Dodson & Rachel Dodson Gambit must use all his thieving skills to steal a precious object. Spiral must single-handedly (or is that multi-handedly?) fight off Mojo’s minions. And Rogue is on a mental trip reliving all her

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[Comic Book Review] TALES FROM THE WORLD OF MONSTER MATADOR #1 from 2510 Press & Half Evil Comics

PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of TALES FROM THE WORLD OF MONSTER MATADOR #1 from 2510 Press & Half Evil Comics. Available Wednesday, March 27th, the creative team for this issue features writing from Steven Prince & Rylend Grant, art/letters from Steven Prince, and colors by Iwan Joko Triyono. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… Tales from the World of Monster Matador #1 Writers: Rylend Grant Steven Prince Artists: Steven Prince (Art/Letters) Iwan Joko Triyono (Colors) The near future. The world has been overrun by monsters. Cities have been destroyed, countless lives have been lost. People have come together to try and rebuild,

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