I was delighted to find the highly anticipated new issue of Slam Bang the Explosive Comic Anthology in my box the other day. Creator Allen Freeman is a frequent contributor to my column for Comics Buyer's Guide magazine, and Slam Bang is one of my favorite indie anthologies.
New issues appear roughly once each year and vol. III no. 4 features a music theme. The comics represent a wide variety of artistic styles, and I always appreciate that diversity. Some are funny, some make you think, and all are entertaining.
It also includes an excellent CD of indie bands -- I recommend reading the book while listening to set the proper (fun!) frame of mind. The black-and-white comics are printed on high-quality paper and square bound, making this a durable 6" x 9" book that will shelve nicely with your trade paperbacks.
The talented Charlene Chua provided the cover art and set the perfect tone for this fun issue. Freeman also includes an interview with comics creator Brad Foster. At just $9.95, Slam Bang is a bargain -- but be sure to pick up two issues. If your friends are like mine, one of those copies is sure to be "borrowed."
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