Start the Day Off Right---------->
Happy Ninjasday everyone! here's the Ninja-Approved Hip hop classic, D Original by Jeru The Damaja.
enjoy!
-gM
Mythical...
Commissions are STIIILLLL going!
here's the character drawings i did for my facebook/ myspace/ blogoshpere friend J.R. LeMar of his character Mythical Man. I drew them with a watercolor marker and tightened it up with a micron and some judicious photoshopping (i actually drew the sword in photoshop). hope y'all like 'em. did these as part of the Holla Day commissions drive to help keep a brotha's money right!here's the commission prices if you're interested in getting your own. these are essentially my convention prices, made available over the net thanks to the fine folks at paypal!
one color, digital delivery ----> $10
full color, digital delivery ---> $20
digital print one color --------> $20 (includes shipping)
digital print full color -------> $25 (includes shipping)
original one color on bristol --> $25 (includes shipping)
original full color on bristol -> $35 (includes shipping)
for more details on commissions, go here. if you have any questions, just get at me.
-samax
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Goin' OUT like a G?
Anybody who's been routinely buying Marvel comics is already familiar with the work of Chris Giarrusso, whose parody strip Mini Marvels ran in Marvel books for years...these led to his Comic Bits backup feature in Savage Dragon and eventually to his first G-Man series, Learning To Fly. Now G-man is back in G-Man: Cape Crisis. Giarrusso has a killer sense of humor, lacing what is actually a fairly action-packed book with lots of recurring gags and superhero parody.
if you've been reading Cape Crisis, click the cover for a preview of #4, but if not, do yourself a favor and go to ChrisG Comics.com and get familiar! G-Man: Cape Crisis hits comics shops tomorrow the 18th
-gM
Jinkies! Velma and Scooby go HARD!
We've Got Some Work To Do Now by Travis PittsThis drawing all by itself is hard enough to land on this blog, but the fact that those fine folks at Threadless have made it possible to get this joint on a teeshirt makes it the T'ing of the Week. I mean, an R-rated animated film called Scooby Doo Vs Zombies in full blood and guts glory deserves to happen but never will, but at least you can get it on a tee shirt. Thanks Threadless!
-gM
start the Day off Right-------->
Little Young by Masta Ace and Edo G off that instant classic joint Arts & Entertainment. It's safe to say that heads have been checking for Masta Ace since the Yo!MTV RAPS era, as he's one of those cats that's always mixed up in collabos and supergroups, but I hadn't gave a stray thought to Edo G in years! it brings a smile to see a cat jump out and represent for his old fans and make a play for new ones. if you missed the downloads, hit the 'FREE TRACKS' tag and cop a couple joints off this, and don't be surprised if you find yourself with a strong desire to buy the spinner. click the pic if you're already a believer and partake from the fount of Amazon.holla!
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Raekwon, Murs, and Xzibit on that Ninja Isht
Ninja Assassin "Legacy" Ft. Raekwon, Murs & Xzibit
i guess this joint's on the Ninja Assassin soundtrack, but I'm not sure. Murs dropped this joint on his Twitter last night. hope y'all feelin' it.
holla!
-samax
Dallas Webcomics Expo is TODAY!
Right now I'm getting ready to go to the Dallas Webcomics Expo, which takes place in Plano,TX today . I'm going primarily to find new webcomics and stuff to talk about on this blog, but i'll also be at a table 'longside my man Corance of the mighty GhostWerks crew, and we'll be happy to sell comics, magazines and assorted t'ing. I'll have several new prints like this SWEET drawing of Panda from Jason Pearson's Body Bags i completed this week for those who can make it out here's a map where we will be at below.
I'll be selling the 8 x 11 prints (i got this Spiderman joint, plus Batman and Superman prints on deck as well) for $10 each at the show, and probably doing some commission sketches too. I know not everyone can make it out to one of our shows, so if you're looking to get a drawing, convention prices are in effect for the Holla Day season. If you want a print, you can pay w/Paypal. if you're interested in a commission, get at me!holla!
-samax
Blakroc Webisode 9- Pharoahe's Big Score
Blakroc w/ the mighty Pharoahe Monch
the "HellYesathon" that is Blakroc continues...
Because I guess the Sinister Six were busy...
I guess I can't blame this on the cops... dude was running around Hollywood dressed as Spiderman and cops had to show up and corral him after he beat up on somebody. although the villain... i mean victim refused to press charges, Spidey was scooped on warrants anyways. What's up with people wildin' out in Spidey costumes? i mean, if it was the Venom suit, i would GET it... psychosomatic symbiote symptoms being what they are, but the classic Spidey suit? this dude even LOOKS like he was drawn by Ditko... this has got to stop!
New Art, Dallas WebComics Expo, and other stuff...
happy Friday everybody (even though it's the 13th)! I've been keeping busy doing commissions and getting ready for the Dallas Webcomics Expo, which takes place in Plano,TX this Saturday. I'm going primarily to find new webcomics and stuff to talk about on this blog, but i'll also be at a table 'longside my man Corance of the mighty GhostWerks crew, and we'll be happy to sell comics, magazines and assorted t'ing. I'll have several new prints like this SWEET drawing of Panda from Jason Pearson's Body Bags i completed while you were sleeping last night! for those who can make it out here's a map where we will be at below.I'll be selling the 8 x 11 prints (i got this Spiderman joint, plus Batman and Superman prints on deck as well) for $10 each at the show, and probably doing some commission sketches too. I know not everyone can make it out to one of our shows, so if you're looking to get a drawing, convention prices are in effect for the Holla Day season. If you want a print, you can pay w/Paypal. if you're interested in a commission, get at me!holla!
-samax
FREE Rayz Walz!
yeah, that dude C-Rayz Walz got this joint for you to download. if you like emcee battles, freestyle rhymes, or want an introduction to real hipHop, you need go no further than this super-prolific emcee. click the pic to download the free compilation Where the Walz Things Are.Black Panther, Thulsa Doom, and Luke Cage:NOIR, in stores today
lots of great comics for you to give a look at your friendly neighborhood comicshop (if you live in the 'hood, there probably isn't a comic shop in your neighborhood, but you know what i mean), and I got some FREE previews for you courtesy of CBR. first up is Dynamite Entertainment's Thulsa Doom #3 (no relation to the hip hop supervillain, in case you're wondering) about an Atlantian warrior-anti-hero type dude who bears a striking resemblance to Djimon Hounsou (Amistad, Gladiator, Blood Diamond, Constantine, Push) that is totally intentional, no matter what the lawyers say. here's the Sales Pitch: The origin of the ultimate anti-hero, Thulsa Doom Continues! Atlantis is destroyed! The world is in chaos! And Thulsa seeks his own path to ultimate power! From the pages of writer Robert E. Howard comes Dynamite's Thulsa Doom! Written by Arvid Nelson (Rex Mundi, Zero Killer) and illustrated by Lui (Red Sonja) Antonio, the daring opening story arc continues!
i read issue 2, and it was pretty good! click the cover for a free preview!
also in stores today you'll find the latest issue of Black Panther (# 10, for those keeping score at home), which -as i've said before- is getting REALLY good under new writer Jonathan Maberry. here's the sales pitch:Wakanda is under siege on all fronts. Storm brings her weather powers to bear against an unnatural force that threatens to sweep the land with blight and famine…T’Challa takes another step into the dark and destructive world of vengeance…and the new Black Panther prepares for a showdown with the last person linked to the assassination attempt on her brother: Prince Namor.
another day in the life of the Wakandan Royal Family... click the pic to get familiar via free preview.
And Finally, I wish i could tell you more about Marvel's "NOIR" books, but from what i can tell, it's putting an old-school noir style take on some of their characters. I saw a Daredevil Noir book last time i was in the comic shop, but didn't read it. but i came a across a free preview on Luke Cage: NOIR #4 that i thought i'd link you to... here's the sales pitch:Luke Cage has been set up. Now he’s going to settle the score. And Harlem will never be the same. So lock your doors and order up some extra body bags, because things are about to get real bloody. Luke finally learns the truth about Stryker, Tombstone, Officer Rachman, and the mysterious man that has been yanking his chain this whole time, from right under his nose.
what do you guys think? peep the preview and let me know!
anyways, if you make it to the comic shop today, here's a few titles to check out! let me know what you're checking for and what you picked up too! a'ight?
holla!
-samax
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Ninja Solution#1 work-related Stress Relief
You'd be surprised at the problems you can solve with Ninjas.For example, on-the-job stress is a leading cause of high blood pressure, ulcers, heart disease and other preventable illnesses. Don't suffer unnecessarily!
the next time your boss or another co-worker does something that stresses you, just follow these easy steps:
1) picture a ninja carrying out swift and ruthless vengeance on him (or her), and you will feel an instant relief of work-related pressure.
2) if that doesn't work, contact an actual ninja and have them waste your co-worker for real!
3) repeat until work-related stress subsides.
i hope that helps!
stay tuned for more Ninja Solutions!
(got a problem? we're here to help! NinjaSolutions@ghettoManga.com)
-samax
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Indy Comic Book Week is coming!
those fine folks Space Gun Studios and Indy Comic Book Week dot com got these ICBW Tees and t'ing available for you if you wanna support the Indy Comic Book Week movement. there's a slew of dope books in the works due to drop during that week on December 30, 2009 including my artbook Spontaneous:2009, so leave a little space on your credit card for some post-Christmas comic-shoppin'! peep some of the Indy heat at the ICBW blog.
Do You Smell What the Roc is Cookin'?
Blakroc: Ain't Nothing Like You (Hoochie Coo) Ft. Mos Def and Jim Jones from Jonah Schwartz on Vimeo.
Rock group The Black Keys + Dame Dash = Blakroc, in stores 11/27. Album also features Mos Def, Q-Tip, RZA, Ludacris, Pharoahe Monch, NOE, Nicole Wray, Billy Danze, Raekwon and Ol’ Dirty Bastard. if you were planning on dropping your album on that date, MOVE it or there's gonna be a freakin' problem!
Joe Kelly, Skottie Young and Eric Canete on ONE COMIC? where do i SIGN?!
I admit that i sleep on Marvel too much. ever since those bastards made an issue of Spiderman where my favorite superhero essentially sells his soul to the devil because he is too much of punk ass to deal with the realities of life, it has been a downward spiral in my relationship with the nation's leading publisher of fine spandex brawling. but THIS is too important to let pass...that dude Eric Canete is handling the art chores on Amazing Spiderman, and Skottie Young is drawing the covers... and that's for a Joe Kelly script co-starring DEADPOOL! if that doesn't make your head spin, take a moment to spin it manually! anyways, click the pic and go check out a short preview... if it doesn't blow your mind, please return to the rest of your day with my apologies. otherwise, feel free to geek out with me in the comments.
holla!
-samax
Remember Galaxy Rangers?
here's the first episode of Galaxy Rangers... i used to LOVE this show! when i talk to other toonheads, people act like they never heard of it, so i assumed it was only shown in limited syndication... anyways, enjoy!
-samax
Quotable
"In the confrontation between the stream and the rock, the stream always wins- not through strength but by perseverance."- H. Jackson Brown
author
Milestone Returning in 2010
looks like DC is finally getting the ball rolling on the long-awaited return of the multicultural Milestone Universe characters. they'll be wrapping up the dangling Milestone U storylines in the unfortunately titled book Milestone Forever in preparation for the incorporation of the milestone characters into the regular DC universe. here's what i read on Dwayne McDuffie's facebook :
Milestone Forever gathers the original artists from Milestone’s launch titles: John Paul Leon, Mark Bright, Chris Cross and Milestone Founder Denys Cowan, to complete the tales told in the original runs of STATIC SHOCK, ICON, HARDWARE, SHADOW CABINET and BLOOD SYNDICATE. Milestone Editor in Chief Dwayne McDuffie reveals the final fate of each of Milestone’s launch characters in a bittersweet tale that chronicles the literal end of a universe, and the birth of something new, with major consequences for the future of the DC Universe.
it will be dope to see my favorite Milestone artists, JP Leon, Chris Cross, Denys Cowan and the rest repping these characters (Shadow Cabinet was my JOINT! but ya'll don't hear me...)
-gM
Props to Jim Mahfood
just wanna take a second to give props to ghettoManga Award Winning Illustrator Jim Mahfood, who got this piece he did for SushiAndRobots.com (click to enlarge) in the new issue of Spectrum, the annual illustration manual featuring "the Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art" which is in stores now! that's a good look for one of our favorite grind-heavy artists!
holla!
-gM
Free Preview of Pearson's Wolverine
that dude Jason Pearson has a story in this year's X-Force annual starring Wolverine. you can click the pic to read a free preview courtesy of the fine folks at Newsarama. here's the Sales Pitch:Wolverine is sent into the heart of a Hydra base alone. His mission: like a needle in a haystack, he's tasked with bringing in one specific Hydra agent. But why? And what does this mission have to do with the dwindling mutant population and X-Force?
yeah, don't ask... i haven't read an X-Men book in a minute... but this has Pearson art, so i figured you'd wanna know.
holla!
-samax
(you KNOW you want it)
here's a sneak peak at artwork i did for my page of One Night Stand, written by indy madman David Hopkins (Karma Incorporated, Astronuaut Dad, Mine All Mine), with art by 32 of the dopest artists you never heard of (like me!). get more info about ONS here. I just thought i'd break you off a preview of my piece, cause that's the kinda guy I am.stay tuned...
-samax
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Scram Jones jumps in the wayback machine
That dude Scram Jones goes hard on beats, turntables and on the mic... and if you don't believe it, let your man take you on a stroll down memory lane on 40 Bar Flashback. Scram (who gained my respect wit' that Rhymefest mixtape The Manual) is sick wit' it on some triple-changer isht... click the pic to peep/ download the track courtesy of the fine folks at nahRight dot com.holla!
-samax
Start the Day Off Right------->
what's good, fam! click the pic to download the track Hot Like Summer by Saukrates. whatever the week's throwin' at you, hang in there. get through today, and the week will be half over!holla!
-gM
Comicbook World #38- "SPIDERMEN" Pull Bank Heist
J. JONAH TRIED TO WARN US!according to the Fort Worth Star Telegram police are still searching for two men wearing Spiderman masks that robbed a Bank of America branch in Southlake, TX on Friday morning. The two armed and masked menaces brought their own spidey-sack and forced a teller to stuff it with cash, before bailing in a dark blue or purple minivan. according to surveillance photos, the so-called "Spidey-Van" had a busted rear passenger window, with some kind of red tarp or blanket (SPIDER-TARP!) covering the hole. police and the FBI suggest you not approach these cats if you see 'em, 'cause they probably have that SPIDER strength, plus they seemed like the were hopped up on symbiotes, so there's no TELLIN' what they might do! just call the Southlake police with any info at 817-748-8127... don't try to be a hero, okay!?!
Dope 'Aliens' Comic!
click the pic to read a dope 3-page Aliens fan comic by Paul Maybury (Aqua Leung) over on deviantArt.com.
Quotable
"6 million Youtube views in 6 hoursThe devil threw a hissy fit and blew down the towers, that’s power
The IMF, Federal Reserve can’t stop my MySpace from spreading the word
No record deal, just hard ass rhymes
Turn poverty and heartbache into nickles and dimes.
I’m on fire like the Pentagon..."
-Jay Electronica
click the pick to peep the full verse on Love Czars II by Sa-Ra featuring Jay and Ta'Raach.
Masta Ace, Edo G and KRS ONE
click the pic to peep/download the new track by Masta Ace & Edo G feat. KRS-One - Pass The Mic (prod. Double-O) off Ace & Edo's new spinner Arts and Entertainment
which is out now on iTunes and Amazon.com.enjoy!
-gM
the MAYHEM continues
i haven't been to the comic shop in a while, so i haven't been reading MAYHEM! to write a review (i've only read #1). but there's a free preview of issue #3 on CBR, so click the pic on the left and make up your own mind. if you're looking for this joint at your comic shop tomorrow, be advised that this cover is the Jim Lee variant, while there's another cover by series artist Tone Rodriguez as well. click the pic to see Tone's cover and read a preview of issue #3. you also might wanna read Tyrese's interview on CBR, where he sheds more light on his comics' iTunes offering, and the future of comics on iTunes.holla!
-samax
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free Digable Planets Mixtape
Sounds from the 7th Dimension by DJAlex-J.
what up fam! peep this mixtape featuring Digable Planets classics, rarities, new joints, and assorted gems. if you don't have time to rock this 63 minute set right now, click the pic to download it for a rainy day!
holla!
-samax
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Deviation # 90: This Year, Halloween Fell on a Weekend
Geto Boys Halloween in Gotham by Duss005 (click to enlarge)My Mind's Playin' Tricks on Me by the Geto Boys
-gM
For All the Naruto fans out there
TAJUU KAGE BUNSHIN NO JUTSU!!!!! by LeSean (click to enlarge)
we've all heard that less is more. but sometimes... MORE is more.have a great weekend!
-samax
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