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“Spectrum is Indestructible” Cover Reveal

By John Freeman on May 18, 2019

Chinbeard Books has revealed Andy W. Clift’s cover for Spectrum is Indestructible, Fred McNamara’s unofficial celebration of Gerry Anderson’s Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park goes wild for… superheroes!

By John Freeman on May 18, 2019

Yorkshire Wildlife Park is hosting a family-friendly Comic Book Superheroes weekend over Friday 31st May to Sunday 2nd June 2019
Striker Comic Treat: “Wannabe Warriors” art by Luis Garanga

By John Freeman on May 17, 2019

Striker comic recently enjoyed a short-lived revival on the UK news stand after two hugely successful crowdfunders. Sadly, production is on hold while the small team involved regroup and rework the project….
Amazing Fantasy #15, and rare “pulped” Beano, offered by Compalcomics

By John Freeman on May 17, 2019

The May/June Compalcomics catalogue has just launched, offering a host of British comics goodies – both comics and art – for auction, alongside many US comic offerings, too including a copy of Spider-Man‘s first appearance in Amazing Fantasy #15, signed… Read More ›
Dark Horse announcers a darn astral cat as latest hero

By John Freeman on May 17, 2019

Dark Horse announcers a darn astral cat as latest hero…
Gallery: Spider-Man – Far From Home

By John Freeman on May 17, 2019

Due to hit cinemas in the UK at advance screenings from 1st July, Spider-Man: Far From Home is set in Europe, pitting the superhero against a new threat.
Egyptian Queen by Frank Frazetta Sets $5.4 Million World Record at Heritage Auctions

By John Freeman on May 17, 2019

The 1969 fantasy painting Egyptian Queen, one of the most legendary artworks by famed artist Frank Frazetta, sold for a world record $5.4 million (£4.2m) yesterday, Thursday, 16th May, at a public auction of vintage comic books and comic art… Read More ›
Commando Comics: Jordi Longarón Covers Gallery

By John Freeman on May 16, 2019

Following up on the downthetubes tribute to artist Jordi Longarón, who died last week, Colin Noble has very kindly assembled a selection of his covers for Commando Comics. The Commando Covers of Jordi Longarón 1968 329 – Wolf Pack 339… Read More ›
Permanent Angel Badia Camps exhibition opens in Puis-reig, Spain

By John Freeman on May 16, 2019

If you’re a comics fan travelling to Barcelona this summer, then you could do worse than to take a road trip to nearby Puis-reig and visit the Biblioteca Guillem de Berguedà, now host to a permanent exhibition of the work… Read More ›
In Memoriam: Comic Artist Jordi Longarón, co-creator of “Friday Foster”

By John Freeman on May 16, 2019

Jordi Longarón was co-creator of the ground-breaking newspaper strip, “Friday Foster”
Doctor Who goes Virtual Reality, for immersive adventure “The Runaway”

By John Freeman on May 16, 2019

Doctor Who fans can now step inside a virtual reality version of the TARDIS in an immersive VR adventure called Doctor Who: The Runaway. Running for around 12 minutes, the new original, interactive story from the BBC and Passion Animation… Read More ›
Sneak Peek: Leo Baxendale’s Sweeny Toddler, out in July!

By John Freeman on May 16, 2019

There are few more influential creators in British comics than Leo Baxendale, and few more memorable characters than Sweeny Toddler, the demon baby, who surely positivity stole the show in the recent Cor!! & Buster Humour Special thanks to Tom… Read More ›
First female writer to join Commando’s ranks in over 30 years debuts with “Shadow in the Storm!”

By John Freeman on May 15, 2019

Brand new issues of Commando (Issues 5227 – 5230) are out this Thursday, offering shark-infested seas, French Resistance showdowns and Battle of Britain pilots. The latest stories also include a new story of World War Two Air Transport Auxiliary’s female… Read More ›
Charley’s War Battle “In the Trenches” Cover offered on eBay

By John Freeman on May 15, 2019 • ( 1 )

There’s a great opportunity to get hold of an original “Charley’s War” Battle cover by Joe Colquhoun on eBay right now – and, unlike a number of Joe’s covers, this one will definitely sell. Rather than open bids at the… Read More ›
In Memoriam: Comic writer, author, playwright Tommy Donbavand, creator of “Scream Street”, is gone

By John Freeman on May 15, 2019 • ( 1 )

We’re very sorry to report that Tommy Donbavand, comic strip writer and award-winning author of the Scream Street series, Fangs Vampire Spy, Doctor Who: Shroud of Sorrow, Home and My Teacher Ate My Brain, has lost his long battle with cancer…. Read More ›
In Review – Avengers: Endgame (and the perils of writing reviews of a blockbuster)

By Tim Robins on May 15, 2019 • ( 2 )

Review Tim Robins WARNING: For those of you who still haven’t seen the film, there are spoilers in this review. You’ll find out why we chose to include these below. The Film: Adrift in space with no food or water,… Read More ›
Lakes Festival Podcast legs it to Oldham! (Oldham Comic Con 3, that is)

By John Freeman on May 15, 2019

Most of the latest episode of the Lakes International Comic Art Festival Podcast focuses on the team’s recent trip to Oldham Comic Con 3, held on Saturday 11th May. Nikki Bates tabled on the day, while Ian went off interviewing… Read More ›
Simian superhero stalks this week’s 2000 AD… Plus, a Rebellion Summer Titles preview!

By John Freeman on May 15, 2019

Along with the lowdown on this week’s thrill-packed 2000 AD, hold on to your boot straps as downthetubes brings you a taster of things to come from Rebellion in coming months – both books and comics – including some Roy… Read More ›
In Review and in Pictures: Oldham Comic Con 3

By downthetubes Guests on May 15, 2019

Ian Loxam of the Lakes International Comic Art Festival Podcast was at Oldham Comic Con with co-host and comics creator Nikki Bates, and reports back on a hugely successful event that was rammed to the rafters with top draw comics… Read More ›
Heritage Auctions heads to MCM, seeks UK comics collections

By John Freeman on May 14, 2019

Top US auction house Heritage Auctions, which has been actively expanding its offering of European comic art and related items over the last year, will be at the MCM Comic Con in London later this month (24th – 26th May 2019)