Exclusive Line of "Killogy" Collectables Launches at Boston Comic Con from Skelton Crew Studio & Creator Alan Robert
Skelton Crew Studio, the sculpting house responsible for creating an array of high-end, limited edition replicas based on award-winning comics properties such as Locke &Key, Hellboy and CHEW, is excited to announce a new partnership with acclaimed comics creator Alan Robert to produce an exclusive line of collectables based on his hit comic Killogy (IDW Publishing).
The first products from the collection will make their debut at Boston Comic Con, July 31 - August 2, 2015. Two 16 oz. etched Killogy Pint Glasses will be available for purchase at Skelton Crew Studio's booth (D517), retailing at $10.99 each. One design features the voodoo artwork found in the comic, circled by an ominous warning of the impending apocalypse, and the other displays a bold Killogy skull logo. Each glass comes complete with a full-color, double-sided "Voodoo Brew" Drink Recipe Card, designed by Robert, using his signature artwork. So have a drink before the dead begin to rise from their graves — it just may be your last!
Product Specs:
Killogy “Logo Skull” 16oz. Pint Glass:
http://skeltoncrewstudio.bigcartel.com/product/killogy-logo-skull-pint-glass-new
Killogy “Voodoo Skull” 16oz Pint Glass:
http://skeltoncrewstudio.bigcartel.com/product/killogy-voodoo-skull-pint-glass-new
More products are already in the pipeline and are expected for an early 2016 release, including a plush severed head based on the sarcastic, wisecracking Killogy character One-Eye Tessio. Fans of the comic will not be surprised to discover that One-Eye comes packaged inside his trusty Italian Ices container, just like in the books.
“Killogy is such an original concept and an amazing read,” said Skelton Crew Studio head Israel Skelton. “Alan is a huge talent and clearly an idea machine. We couldn’t be more stoked to be working with him.”
Robert adds, "With a roster filled with comics greats like Mignola, Templesmith, Hill & Rodriguez, and Layman & Guillory, I am extremely humbled and flattered to be welcomed into the Skelton Crew family! They produce some of the best replicas I've seen around and they are completely dedicated to bringing each creator's vision to life."
Killogy received critical acclaim and was named one of Bloody Disgusting's Top 5 Best Mini-Series of 2013. It received two Ghastly Awards nominations and picked up a Horror Comic Award from The Horror News Network. The apocalyptic dark comedy is now in development to become an animated series starring Frank Vincent (Goodfellas, The Sopranos), Marky Ramone (the Ramones), Brea Grant (Heroes) and Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein (of the Misfits fame). The celebrities all appeared inside the pages of the comic as well. In May, Rolling Stone posted a six-minute animated teaser. The animation was produced by Robert's Wasted Talent Entertainment, in association with Squeeze Studio Animation and Rodney Barnes, the producer of The Boondocks. Check it out at http://www.killogyanimated.com
Alan Robert's Killogy: Gets Animated!
[embed]https://vimeo.com/126460719[/embed] Killogy is a high-energy, animated dark comedy from creator Alan Robert (Life Of Agony) based on his hit IDW Publishing comic series, in association with Squeeze Studio Animation and award-winning producer Rodney Barnes (The Boondocks, Everybody Hates Chris). Stars Frank Vincent (Goodfellas, The Sopranos), Marky Ramone (the Ramones), Brea Grant (Heroes, Dexter), and Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein (the Misfits) battle it out in apocalyptic-Brooklyn when an ancient voodoo curse wakes the dead and floods the city with blood. This outrageous premise and bizarre mash-up of punk rock royalty, wiseguy sarcasm, and over-the-top gore makes for one hilarious rollercoaster ride.
Killogy is being produced and developed under Robert’s Wasted Talent Entertainment banner, consisting of Robert, Chris White (V/H/S Viral) and Jeff Mazzola (Descent).
Killogy was nominated for Best Mini-Series (2013) and Best One-Shot (2014) at the Ghastly Awards and picked up a Horror Comic Award for Best Scene from ComicMonsters.com. Bloody Disgusting listed Killogy at #4 on their Top 10 Best Mini-Series of 2013. The Killogy: Halloween Special sold out within its first week of distribution and IDW immediately issued a second printing. The critically acclaimed Killogy graphic novel was recently translated in Portuguese for a Brazilian release through NFL Zine.
Killogy Animated Series website: killogyanimated.com
Killogy Comic Book Series website: killogycomic.com
Killogy Wins Best One-Shot of 2014!
IDW Publishing's Killogy Halloween Special, starring Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein of The Misfits and created by Life of Agony's Alan Robert, won Best One-Shot of 2014 horror comic award on ComicMonsters.com! Click here for more >
Life of Agony's Alan Robert joins Marky Ramone, Lita Ford and Cherie Currie of The Runaways On Stage for a Surprise Performance at Chiller Theatre Expo 2014!
Attendees of the Chiller Theatre Expo 2014 were in for a surprise treat when some living legends took the stage to perform their classic hits. The Runaways' Cherie Currie and Lita Ford, Marky Ramone of the Ramones, along with Life of Agony's Alan Robert rocked out to The Runaways' smash "Cherry Bomb" followed up by the Ramones "Rock N Roll High School." More photos can be found here >
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Killogy #3 (IDW) is IN STORES NOW!
Killogy #3 Comic Reviews...
Giant Fire Breathing Robot: “This is a great comic. Alan Robert is one of the fresh voices of comics today… I hold him up with such creator-owned demi-Gods as Mike Mignola, Steve Niles, and Eric Powell.” Read Full Review >
Bloody Disgusting: “One of the most original and unique comics you’ll ever lay your eyes on.” Read Full Review >
Horror Talk 5/5 Stars Review: “Alan Robert comes in with Killogy and breathes new life into the zombie genre… he’s created a great story and backed it up with some dynamite art. And he’s not done yet!” Read Full Review >
The Lottery Party: “The whole issue is flawless in every way.” Read Full Review >
Comic Monsters: Killogy #3 is excellent and full of all the blood and guts and New York style verbal altercations we come to love and expect. Issue #3 is a must read for Killogy fans!” Read Full Review >
Alan Robert's October Appearances: Meet the Creator of Crawl to Me and Killogy!
Meet Alan Robert, the respected bassist for Life of Agony and the creator of Crawl to Me, Killogy, and Wire Hangers at New York Comic Con (Jacob Javits Center, NYC) on Thursday, Oct. 11th and at The Chiller Theatre (Sheraton Hotel: Parsippany, NJ) Oct. 26-28th! New York Comic Con Panels Schedule: 10/11/2012, 4:00PM- 5:00PM Room: 1A01 PROTECTING AND SELLING YOUR COMIC BOOK OR GRAPHIC NOVEL Panel # 1 – The Building Blocks
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10/11/2012, 5:15PM- 6:15PM Location: 1A01 PROTECTING AND SELLING YOUR COMIC BOOK OR GRAPHIC NOVEL Panel # (2) – From the Panel to Page to the Big Screen
http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en/Whos-Coming/Guests/Comic-Guests/#spec
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Chiller Theatre October 26-28th Fri: 6pm - 11pm Sat: 11am - 7pm Sun: 11am - 5pm
Sheraton Parsippany Hotel 199 Smith Rd Parsippany, NJ 07054 Phone: 973-515-2000
http://www.chillertheatre.com/main.htm
Meet Alan Robert, the respected bassist for Life of Agony and the creator of Crawl to Me, Killogy, and Wire Hangers at New York Comic Con (Jacob Javits Center, NYC) on Thursday, Oct. 11th and at The Chiller Theatre (Sheraton Hotel: Parsippany, NJ) Oct. 26-28th!
New York Comic Con Panels Schedule: 10/11/2012, 4:00PM- 5:00PM Room: 1A01 PROTECTING AND SELLING YOUR COMIC BOOK OR GRAPHIC NOVEL Panel # 1 – The Building Blocks
and
10/11/2012, 5:15PM- 6:15PM Location: 1A01 PROTECTING AND SELLING YOUR COMIC BOOK OR GRAPHIC NOVEL Panel # (2) – From the Panel to Page to the Big Screen
http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en/Whos-Coming/Guests/Comic-Guests/#spec
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Chiller Theatre October 26-28th Fri: 6pm - 11pm Sat: 11am - 7pm Sun: 11am - 5pm
Sheraton Parsippany Hotel 199 Smith Rd Parsippany, NJ 07054 Phone: 973-515-2000
Killogy Animated Trailer
http://youtu.be/m73-WZc7Q8c
A Goodfella, a Ramone, and a Hero are the only ones left standing between us and them. Scared? Fuhgeddaboudit! Fangoria hails Killogy as an "INSTANT CLASSIC!" while Bloody Disgusting praises, "Robert's writing and artwork are TRULY UNIQUE!" But don't just take their word for it... ask the dozens of zombies trying to devour our all-star cast! Killogy stars Frank Vincent (Goodfellas, the Sopranos), Marky Ramone (The Ramones) and Brea Grant (Heroes, Dexter) in an unsettling mix of horror, suspense and dark comedy, written and illustrated by the creator of "Crawl to Me" (now in development to become a feature film). Killogy #1 is in stores this Halloween from IDW Publishing.
http://youtu.be/m73-WZc7Q8c A Goodfella, a Ramone, and a Hero are the only ones left standing between us and them. Scared? Fuhgeddaboudit! Fangoria hails Killogy as an "INSTANT CLASSIC!" while Bloody Disgusting praises, "Robert's writing and artwork are TRULY UNIQUE!" But don't just take their word for it... ask the dozens of zombies trying to devour our all-star cast! Killogy stars Frank Vincent (Goodfellas, the Sopranos), Marky Ramone (The Ramones) and Brea Grant (Heroes, Dexter) in an unsettling mix of horror, suspense and dark comedy, written and illustrated by the creator of "Crawl to Me" (now in development to become a feature film). Killogy #1 is in stores this Halloween from IDW Publishing.
For more info: killogycomic.com
Heads Will Roll This Halloween! ALAN ROBERT'S KILLOGY® IN STORES 10/31/12
ALAN ROBERT'S KILLOGY® COMIC SERIES (IDW) will see a Halloween release from IDW Publishing! On October, 31 2012, issue #1 of a four issue comics mini-series starring Goodfellas/The Sopranos actor Frank Vincent, legendary punk icon Marky Ramone and Heroes/Dexter actress Brea Grant as it's main characters. Be sure to request your copy at your local comic shop! For more info:
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ALAN ROBERT'S KILLOGY® COMIC SERIES will see an October, 31st 2012 release date from award-winning publisher IDW Publishing.[/caption]
ALAN ROBERT'S KILLOGY® COMIC SERIES (IDW) will see a Halloween release from IDW Publishing! On October, 31 2012, issue #1 of a four issue mini-series written and illustrated by acclaimed Crawl to Me creator, Alan Robert, will hit comic shops everywhere. The series stars Goodfellas/The Sopranos actor Frank Vincent, legendary punk icon Marky Ramone and Heroes/Dexter actress Brea Grant as it's main characters. Be sure to request your copy at your local comic shop! For more info: Official Killogy Website
"Killogy is an INSTANT CLASSIC... it finds its way into your head and stays there!" — Fangoria
"Robert's writing and artwork are TRULY UNIQUE... a perfect balance of comedy, drama, and horror." — Bloody Disgusting
"Alan Robert has UPPED HIS GAME with Killogy." — Horror Talk
"With a WINNING CAST, a cool premise, and some extremely talented artwork, KILLOGY looks to be a series that’ll satisfy the ghoul in me." — Ain't It Cool News
Meet Comic Creator/Musician, Alan Robert, at San Diego Comic Con!
Meet Comic Creator, Alan Robert, at San Diego Comic Con 2012
Meet Comic Creator/Musician, Alan Robert (Killogy, Crawl to Me, Wire Hangers), at San Diego Comic Con 2012!
Hey, everyone! I'm extremely psyched to be attending San Diego Comic Con this year! My Friday the 13th schedule is appropriately packed with tons of horror goodness! Swing by and say hello... and I'll actually be performing at the IDW Panel, so you really don't wanna miss that train wreck waiting to happen.
ALAN ROBERT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON SCHEDULE:
Friday, July 13th 2012
1-2PM: "Horror on the Paneled Page" (Room 24ABC)
Some of comics’ biggest horror creators share their most frightening nightmares, talk about lines that even they won’t cross, and comment on the current horror trends in comics and other media in this in-depth discussion lead by Ain't It Cool News Comics/AICN Horror editor Mark L. Miller (The Jungle Book). Joshua Hale Fialkov (I, Vampire), Alan Robert (Crawl to Me, Killogy,Wire Hangers), Brandon Seifert (Witch Doctor), David Quinn (Faust), Matt Pizzolo (Godkiller), and some surprise guests talk about what does and doesn’t work in horror comic books.
4-5PM: The IDW Show (Room 4) - I'll be performing!
6-7PM: Alan Robert SIGNING at the IDW Publishing booth
Plus I'll be around all weekend at the IDW booth sketching commissions. Say hello. Bring beer.
For More Info: http://www.alanrobert.com
Comics: http://www.killogycomic.com http://www.crawltomecomic.com http://www.wirehangerscomic.com
GOODFELLAS’ FRANK VINCENT, LEGENDARY DRUMMER MARKY RAMONE & HEROES’ BREA GRANT TEAM UP IN ALAN ROBERT’S KILLOGY® COMIC SERIES (IDW)
http://youtu.be/3wDtefZBe4c
Visit http://www.killogycomic.com for details!
Three strangers, all accused of murder, sit impatiently inside a dingy police holding cell waiting to be arraigned. One by one, the characters recount the events which led to their unforseen arrests and, to their surprise, their stories are mysteriously intertwined. Each of the self-contained issues are told in stand-alone format, easy for new readers to jump in. The ironic twist endings will feel reminiscent of those found in The Twilight Zone. Frank Vincent, famous for his various roles in Goodfellas, Raging Bull and The Sopranos stars as Sally Sno-Cones alongside Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Marky Ramone, and actress Brea Grant, popular for her roles on NBC's Heroes and Showtime's Dexter.
A new original crime/horror comic from the creator of the hit series “Crawl to Me” debuts this October! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wDtefZBe4c&w=560&h=315]
New York, NY – (May 11, 2012) What do you get when you throw three murderers into one prison cell together? Well, when those characters happen to be based on the likenesses of celebrities FRANK VINCENT (Goodfellas, Raging Bull, The Sopranos), MARKY RAMONE (formerly of The Ramones) and BREA GRANT (Heroes, Dexter), you can bet that the outcome will be anything but ordinary. From the creator of IDW Publishing’s hit series Crawl to Me, comes Alan Robert’s KILLOGY®; an off-the-wall, genre-busting mash-up of crime, dark comedy and horror. Written and illustrated by Robert, this original, four-issue mini-series kicks off in October 2012 from the award- winning comics publisher.
Visit the KILLOGY® website, here: http://www.killogycomic.com
Robert said, “When I was growing up, I must’ve seen Goodfellas and Raging Bull about forty times each, easy. I mean, I can still recite entire scenes by heart. The same goes for my old Ramones records. They are total classics to me. So now, to be working with some of my childhood heroes, along with Brea, on something so cool and different like this, what can I say... it’s a great honor and at the same time, it’s a bit surreal.”
"When I was a boy, one of the first things that inspired me to be an entertainer was comic books," Frank Vincent said, "they were the rage then and now they're the rage all over again... it's a great feeling to be on a cover of a comic book and reach an audience through this great medium." Actress Brea Grant added, “There's nothing more exciting than seeing yourself as a comic book character.” The KILLOGY® project was green-lit by IDW back in 2011, but the stars were not quite part of the equation at that time. Shortly after signing the deal, Robert came up with the concept of basing his three main KILLOGY® characters on Vincent, Ramone and Grant. “I had specific ideas on what these characters should look like and I’d constantly find myself comparing them to the stars we ended up approaching. I thought it would be a complete long shot to get them involved, but to my surprise, they were all very receptive to the idea,” said Robert. “You rarely see an original, creator-owned comic series that features celebrities depicting its characters. I thought it would be interesting, in the same way The Twilight Zone had guest stars at the center of its stories.”
“I'm happy that IDW has become the home for Alan Robert's dark and wayward visions," said Chris Ryall, IDW's Chief Creative Officer. “I feel like we're not only helping society by keeping his horrific proclivities focused on comics but we're also helping bring some truly inventive and captivating comics to the world as well. I'm very happy to continue that trend with KILLOGY®.”
The first printing of Alan Robert's critically acclaimed horror graphic novel, Crawl to Me (IDW Publishing), sold out within a week of its release back in January 2012. As a result, the award-winning publisher is pressing an oversized, deluxe hardcover version, titled Crawl to Me: Evil Edgar Edition, this summer. The book, written and illustrated by the Brooklyn-bred Life of Agony bassist, collects the four-issue mini-series and boasts a beautifully painted cover by the talented Monocyte artist, Menton3. An introduction, written by Robert’s former cartooning teacher, the legendary Walter Simonson (Thor), starts off the graphic novel.
In related news, director David A. Armstrong, cinematographer for the successful box- office hit franchise, Saw, is attached to direct a live-action adaptation of Crawl to Me for the big screen, with screenwriters David White & T.J. Cimfel (Shut In) penning the screenplay. Armstrong is currently directing the indie hostage drama, Pawn, starring Michael Chiklis (The Shield, Fantastic Four) and Academy Award winner, Forest Whitaker.
For more information about Alan Robert, visit: http://www.alanrobert.com Follow Alan Robert on Twitter: @arobert For all press inquiries, please contact: Michael Moses, BWR