[Creator Spotlight] “Stuntman” Joe Khachadourian of IDENTITY STUNT

It was a random episode of Kevin Smith’s podcast Fatman on Batman that I first came across Joe Khachadourian. Something about the passion in the man, the sincerity in his words resonated with me. He stood there humbly, gave gratitude for the motivation Kevin Smith had given so many, and explained that he went out and did something about it. Joe gifted Kevin and co-host Marc Bernardin with a copy of his creator-owned baby Identity Stunt. He explained eloquently what it was about, and you know what? The premise was pretty original…and cool. Not in that “trying to be clever”

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[Comic Book Review] Marvel Comics’ AGE OF X-MAN: NEXTGEN #1 (of 5)

PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of AGE OF X-MAN: NEXTGEN #1 from Marvel Comics. Available February 13th, 2019, the creative team for this series features writing from Ed Brisson, art from Marcus To, colors by Jason Keith, and lettering from VC’s Clayton Cowles. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… Age Of X-Man: NextGen (2019) #1 (of 5) Writer: Ed Brisson Artist: Marcus To Colorist: Jason Keith Letterer: Clayton Cowles ~ Cover Artist: Chris Bachalo ~ ENTER THE AGE OF X-MAN! – The perfect heroes for a perfect world! The X-Men have helped make the world into a utopia where living in

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[Comic Book Review] Marvel Comics’ WINTER SOLDIER #3

PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of WINTER SOLDIER #3 from Marvel Comics. Available February 13th, 2019, the creative team for this series features writing from Kyle Higgins, art from Rod Reis, and lettering from VC’s Clayton Cowles. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… Winter Soldier #3 (of 5) Writer: Kyle Higgins Artist: Rod Reis Letterer: Clayton Cowles ~ Cover Artist: Rod Reis ~ Having pulled RJ out of HYDRA, Bucky begins diving into the mystery of the young killer’s past. Where does he come from? Who are his parents? How do you rehabilitate someone who’s only ever known death? You give

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[Comic Book Review] IDW Publishing’s DICK TRACY: DEAD OR ALIVE #4

PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of DICK TRACY: DEAD OR ALIVE #4 from IDW Publishing. Available February 13th, 2019, the creative team for this series features writing from Lee Allred & Michael Allred, art from Rich Tommaso & Michael Allred, colors by Laura Allred w/ Han Allred, and lettering from Shawn Lee. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… Dick Tracy: Dead or Alive #4 Writers: Lee Allred & Michael Allred Pencils: Rich Tommaso Inks: Michael Allred Colors: Laura Allred w/ Han Allred Letters: Shawn Lee Cover Artists: Cover A: Michael Allred Cover B: Rich Tommaso Retailer Incentive Variant: Michael Allred FC • 32 pages

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[Comic Book Review] Image Comics’ GUNNING FOR HITS #2

PopCultHQ received an advanced review copy of GUNNING FOR HITS #2 from Image Comics. Available February 13th, 2019, the creative team for this series features writing from Jeff Rougvie, art from Moritat, ink assists by Noelle Raemer, and colors & lettering from Casey Silver. Here’s PopCultHQ’s Spoiler-Free Review of… GUNNING FOR HITS #2 Writer: Jeff Rougvie Artist: Moritat Ink Assist: Noelle Raemer Colorist: Casey Silver Letterer: Casey Silver Cover Artist: Moritat In Shops: Feb 13, 2019 SRP: $3.99 Against his boss’s wishes, Martin jumps at a chance to make a comeback album with his favorite classic rock legend. But an unwelcome figure from

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[Comic Book Review] Marvel Comics’ AGE OF X-MAN: THE MARVELOUS X-MEN #1

Written by Adrian Care PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of AGE OF X-MAN: THE MARVELOUS X-MEN #1 from Marvel Comics. Available February 6th, 2019, the creative team for this series features writing from Zac Thompson and Lonnie Nadler, art from Marco Failla, colors by Matt Milla, and lettering from VC’s Joe Caramagna. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… Age Of X-Man: The Marvelous X-Men (2019) #1 (of 5) Writers: Zac Thompson and Lonnie NadlerArtist: Marco FaillaColorist: Matt MillaLetterer: Joe Caramagna   Main Cover Artist: Phil Noto   Release Date: February 6 2019Page Count: 24 PagesSRP: $3.99   ENTER THE AGE OF X-MAN! In an age of

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[Comic Book Review] Marvel Comics’ IMMORTAL HULK #13

Written by Adrian Care PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of IMMORTAL HULK #13  from Marvel Comics. Available February 6th, 2019, the creative team for this issue features writing from Al Ewing, art from Joe Bennett, inks by Ruy José Santos, colors by Paul Mounts, and lettering from VC’s Cory Petit. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… IMMORTAL HULK #4 Written by Al Ewing Art by Joe Bennett Inks by Ruy José Santos w/ Belardino Brabo & Rafael Fonteriz Colors by Paul Mounts Letters by VC’s Cory Petit Main Cover by Alex Ross Page Count: 22 Pages Print Release Date: February 6th,

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[Comic Book Review] Marvel Comics’ DAREDEVIL (2019) #1

Written by Adrian Care PopCultHQ received an advance review copy of DAREDEVIL (2019) #1 from Marvel Comics. Available February 6th, 2019, the creative team for this series features writing from Chip Zdarsky, art from Marco Checchetto, colors by Sunny Gho, and lettering from Clayton Cowles. Here’s PopCultHQ’s spoiler-free review of… DAREDEVIL (2019) #1 Writer: Chip Zdarsky Artist: Marco Checchetto Colorist: Sunny Gho Letterer: Clayton Cowles Main Cover Artist: Julian Totino Tedesco KNOW FEAR. PopCultHQ’s Comic Book Review: DAREDEVIL (2019) #1 The Devil of Hell’s Kitchen returns with authority. Matt Murdock has recovered from his mental and physical injuries and is ready

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[Comic Book Review] Image Comics’ DIE #3

Written by Adrian Care PopCultHQ received an advanced review copy of DIE #3 from Image Comics. Available February 6th, 2019, the creative team for this series features writing from Kieron Gillen, art from Stephanie Hans, and lettering from Clayton Cowles. Here’s PopCultHQ’s Spoiler-Free Review of… DIE #3 Writer: Kieron Gillen Artist: Stephanie Hans Letterer: Clayton Cowles “FANTASY HEARTBREAKER,” Part Three One of the saddest comics in Kieron’s career. One of Stephanie’s prettiest. Clayton’s lettering, of course, remains impeccable. PopCultHQ’s Comic Book Review: DIE #3 Drop this book from your pull list. Do it immediately because this issue will break your heart. This issue will

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[Comic Book Review] BOOM! Studios’ WWE #25

Written by Adrian Care PopCultHQ received an advanced review copy of WWE #25 from BOOM! Studios. Available February 6th, 2019, the creative team for this series features writing from Dennis “Hopeless” Hallum, art from Serg Acuña, colors from Doug Garbark, and lettering from Jim Campbell. Here’s PopCultHQ’s Spoiler-Free Review of… WWE #25 Writer: Dennis “Hopeless” Hallum Artist: Serg Acuña Colorist: Doug Garbark Letterer: Jim Campbell Cover Artists: Main Cover: Marco D’Alfonso     Preorder Cover: Xermánico Variant Cover: Marco D’Alfonso Unlocked Retailer Variant: Eric Garza Price: $3.99 All of the sacrifices AJ Styles has made have paid off—he’s atop the mountain

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