comicpop library: Recent Episodes
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We are just having fun reviewing and discussing comic books, graphic novels, manga, anime/animation, music and movies that we have recently read, listened to or watched.
Ep 7 ComicPop TV Watches Netflix’s YuYu HakushoThe classic YuYu Hakusho has been made into a live action Netflix series. Join Logan and Richard as they review and discuss this live action adaptation of Yoshihiro Togashi’s work.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- YuYu Hakusho, Sho Tsukikawa – director, Netflix, 2023.
Music clips used in this episode:
- “Riots to Rise (Standing Tall, Fighting Strong)”, Bobby John and Yutaka Yamada, 2024.
Links:
Saint Nomad (formerly Everfound) Webpage
Saint Nomad (formerly Everfound) Facebook Page
ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page
Ep 26 ComicPopping Manga Style with 86 – Eighty-sixLogan and Richard Take a look at the manga 86 – Eighty-six. We join up with the Spearhead Squadron on the frontlines with a new commanding officer. Will we survive the surprise I have discovered about the manga? Take a listen as we discuss and review Asato Asato’s 86 – Eighty-six.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- 86 – Eighty-six Vol. 1-3, Asato Asato – Author, Shirabii – Illustrator, Motoki Yoshihara – Artist, Yen Press, 2020-2022.
Music clips used in this episode:
1.”3-bun 29-byo”, 86 – Eighty-six Opening 1, Pharmacy LP, Hitorie, Sony Music Associated Records, 2021.
- “Avid”, 86 – Eighty-six Ending 1, V LP, Sawano Hiroyuki, SACRA MUSIC, 2021.
Links:
Yen Press Website
James Young’s Website.
James Young’s Facebook Page
ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page
Ep 25 ComicPop Gets Animated with LightyearWhat was the movie that Andy saw that made him enamored with Buzz Lightyear? Logan and Richard finally get to watch it! What did they think about it? Find out as they review and discuss Angus MacLane’s Pixar’s Lightyear.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- Lightyear, Angus MacLane – Director, Disney’s Pixar, 2022.
Music clips used in this episode:
- “Infinite MOEtion”, Lightyear Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, Michael Giacchino – Composer, Disney Records, 2022.
Links:
Joshua David Bellin’s Website.
Joshua David Bellin’s Facebook page.
ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page.
Ep 34 ComicPop Game Play with Pokemon Trick or Treat Booster PacksHappy Halloween! Logan and Richard are celebrating the Season by opening the 2023 Pokemon Trick or Treat “Boo”ster Packs! Hear what the cards are this year as they complete their set. The rest of the packs will be given out as part of their Halloween treats.
Sidenote: We talk about the “Pumpkin” stamp on each card being different from last years. Alas we were wrong. Last year’s and this year’s stamp is the same “Pumpkin” stamp.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- Pokemon TCG: 2023 Trick or Treat Booster Bundle, Pokemon Cards, 2023. 30 Cards in the Set.
Music clips used in this episode:
- “Pokemon Thrilling Halloween-Trick or Treat”, Pokemon Kids TV, YouTube, 2021.
- “Pokemon Halloween Special/Pokemon Song”, Pokemon Kids TV, YouTube, 2021.
Links:
Pokemon Campany Website
Pokemon Kids TV YouTube Channel
Kazha Website
Kazha Facebook Page
ComicPop Library Facebook Page
Ep 22 ComicPop Heroes with Justice League and Mighty Morphin Power RangersThe Justice League and Power Rangers are mixing it up. Like peanut butter and chocolate. What do Logan and Richard think of this combination? Find out as they review and discuss Justice League/Mighty Morphin Power Rangers crossover by DC Comics and Boom Studios.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- Justice League/Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Tom Taylor – Writer, Stephen Byrne – Artist and Colorist, Deron Bennett – Letterer, DC Comics and Boom Studios, 2017.
Music clips used in this episode:
- “Cartoon Heroes”, Aquarius LP, Aqua, Universal, 2000.
- “Superhero”, RA LP, Simon Curtis, BoyRobot Records, 2011.
Links:
DC Comics Website
Boom Studios Website
C. Michael Hall Blog
ComicPop Library Facebook Page
“Ep 25 ComicPopping Manga Style with Mythical Beast Investigator” from Ep 25 ComicPopping Manga Style with Mythical Beast Investigator by ComicPop Library. Released: 2023.If you enjoy finding out about mythical beasts. If so be sure to join Logan and Richard as they travel around with Ferry and Kushuna. These two individuals investigate, document, and help where they can concerning mythical beasts. The adventure awaits in Keishi Ayasato and Koichiro Hoshino’s manga Mythical Beast Investigator.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- Mythical Beast Investigator, Vol 1 & 2, Keishi Ayasato – Story, Koichiro Hoshino – Art, and lack – Character Designs, Seven Seas Entertainment, 2019.
Music clips used in this episode:
- “Legends Never Die”, Featuring Against the Current, Riot Games, 2017.
- “Rise”, Whitesand, Self Published, 2022.
Links:
Seven Seas Entertainment Website
Alex Geringas Facebook Page
Alex Geringas Twitter
Whitesand Website
Whitesand Patreon
ComicPop Library Facebook Page
Image Provide by Pixabay.com contributor Alexas_Fotos
Logan and Richard spend a bit of time with you to catch up briefly of where they are at and forth coming plans.
Music Drops Used:
- “Movin’ Right Along”, Kermit and Fozzie, The Muppet Movie SoundTrack, Atlantic Records, 1979.
Links:
Angel Edenburn’s Website
Angel Edenburn’s Author Facebook Page
Isys The Vampire Blog
ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page
The Empire want you…as part of the Aerial Mage Unit. Join this fierce unit under the command of Major Tanya Degurechaff, who’s not even in her teens yet! Logan and Richard review and discuss Carlo Zen and Shinobu Shinotsuki’s The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 1. What we reviewed in this episode: Music clips … Continue reading "Ep 95 ComicPop, Licensed to Read The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 1"
Logan and Richard are back with more spookiness. The paranormal activity that they encountered last time hasn’t stopped so we had to extend to a Part 2 of what goes bump in the night. So join them again as they take discuss more on the Paranormal Activity Franchise with the next set of movies. What … Continue reading "Ep 59 ComicPop…Corn Movies – Paranormal Activity Franchise Pt 2"
Have you heard that occasional thump in the night? Or see a cabinet door open, but you swear you closed it? Could it be a ghost or an even worse type of “Paranormal Activity”? Logan and Richard discuss the worst case scenario with a discussion and review in Part 1 of the Paranormal Activity Franchise. … Continue reading "Ep 58 ComicPop…Corn Movies – Paranormal Activity Franchise Pt 1"
Logan and I watched Prey this last weekend on Hulu. If you happen to subscribe to Hulu we highly recommend Prey. One of the best Predator movies hands down. The performances by Amber Midthunder and Dakota Beavers were outstanding.
Konami is adding to their Speed Duel TCG dynamic with GX: Duelist of Shadows Collector’s Set. This box set will contain eight pre-constructed decks to do battle with. Their have been five out of the eight themed decks revealed to date: The Supreme King; Camula the Vampire; The Shadow Duelist Titan; Tania the Amazon Warrior; … Continue reading "Speed Duel GX: Duelist of Shadows"
“Survival Street” coming from Dark Horse Comics, looks to be a wild and interesting ride. Set in a future that has gone to hell and a handbasket we have the A-B-C Team to offer some type of hope. If your interested be sure to check out this satirical title from the minds of James Asmus, … Continue reading "Survival Street Comic Series Out Now!"
Did someone say it was time for a nap? No…well if not then Logan and Richard will stay lucid to discuss and review Kenji Morikawa’s animated feature Napping Princess. What we reviewed in this episode: Napping Princess, Kenji Kamiyama – Director, GKids, 2017. Music clips used in this episode: “Daydream Believer”, Napping Princess Soundtrack, Mitsuki … Continue reading "Ep 24 Comicpop Gets Animated with Napping Princess"
I still love Star Wars. Always will it’s just part of me. Even the movies and shows that others don’t like, I understand the reasoning and by no means think they are perfect, but I still enjoy them. I enjoy the world and the different time periods we are getting to explore through the movies … Continue reading "Star Wars Andor Coming Soon"
Today most of the specialty stores and department stores should have put out the newest Yu-Gi-Oh! booster set, “Power of the Elements”. This set is a Core booster set featuring Jaden Yuki from GX! The set well have new Elemental HERO monsters, three new themes to build a deck around, and new, legacy, and free … Continue reading "Konami just Released Power of the Elements Today"
We admittedly are Dungeons & Dragons fans. We aren’t deep into it, but we enjoy the concept and stories when we watch and read them. Some previous movies in the past haven’t been the best, but here’s hoping this time around everything clicks. Even Michelle got excited with this trailer.
If you like near future military science fiction this might be the story for you. 20th Century Men is by Deniz Camp and S. Morian, issue #1 is due out August 17.
I know this is old news after SDCC, but I will still mention the Black Adam trailer because it has one of my favorite DC characters that will be in the movie. That is none other that Dr. Fate! I’ve always loved Egyptology so I naturally gravitated towards Dr. Fate. It looks like an intense … Continue reading "Black Adam Trailer"
Max Boyle is sharing his latest single “Sweet July” with our listeners. This single will be featured on his second EP due out this September 23. “Sweet July” is an easy listening acoustic sound which combines with Boyle’s clear voice. When listening to it you will find yourself drifting away and just soak in the … Continue reading "Max Boyle’s Latest Single “Sweet July”"
This is to much fun! Raelyn Nelson Band is kickin’ it with their latest single Free. From the lyrics to the music video parodying several Brittney Spears music videos and looks is great. For me Free falls into the Country/Billy Rock or what they are calling Country/Garage Rock. They are sharing with us their music … Continue reading "Raelyn Nelson Band is Coming at you with “Free”"
TCG players and collectors get ready for the latest in Konami’s latest Yu-Gi-Oh! set. Legendary Duelists Season 3 will be hitting shelves on July 22. With this set Konami is giving you a variety of cards such as Bakura’s Curse Necrofear and Destiny Board, Yuri’s Predaplant Triphyovertum and Starving Venom Fusion Dragon, Yugi’s The Dark … Continue reading "Yu-Gi-Oh! Legendary Duelists Season 3 TCG"
Battle Tapes begins “If Only” with a slower electronic sound then moves into a nice drum transition with a harder beat. The single carries the faster base beat through the remainder of the song. The lead singer uses auto-tune through out the song at different points, mainly for the chorus. If you are a fan … Continue reading "Battle Tapes release Music Video to “If Only”"
What is Bofuri you ask? Basically it’s a fun new word created by the abbreviation of this manga’s Japanese title. But what is the manga about and like? Tune in as Logan and Richard review and discuss Yuumikan and Jirou Oimoto’s Bufori: I Don’t Want to Get Hurt, So I’ll Max Out My Defense. What … Continue reading "Ep 24 ComicPopping Manga Style with Bofuri"
Logan and Richard take a dive back into the world of superheroes. This time we are on the DC Comics side of the street. See what they thought as they review and discuss the graphic novel Super Powers, from the creative mind of Jack Kirby. What we reviewed in this episode: Super Powers, Jack Kirby … Continue reading "Ep 21 ComicPop Heroes with Super Powers"
A military academy is hard enough to get through and now magic is thrown into the mix. These new trainees have to face people that have magical powers when out on the battlefield. How can regular soldiers face magic users? But wait some are lucky enough to have Relic Eaters. What are Relic Eaters you … Continue reading "Ep 23 ComicPopping Manga Style with Anti-Magic: The 35th Test Platoon"
We go back in time for this episode. Back to when you could find $1.00 packs in dollar stores. Hear what Logan and Richard think of their pulls that will be added to the ever growing Trading Card Game Collection from the various Pokemon Packs he purchased. (Image by PIRO4D/Pixabay.com) What we reviewed in this … Continue reading "Ep 33 ComicPop Game Play with a Dollar Store Pokemon Packs"
What’s it mean to become a legend? Join Logan and Richard as they discuss and review Pascal Charrue and Arnaud Delord’s Netflix Animation Series Arcane League of Legends. What we reviewed in this episode: Arcane League of Legends, Pascal Charrue and Arnaud Delord – Directors, Fortiche/Riot Games and Netflix, 2021. Music clips used in this … Continue reading "Ep 23 ComicPop Gets Animated with Arcane League of Legends"
The ComicPop Crew has picked up another Yu-Gi-Oh tin. It’s the latest 2021 Ancient Battles Tin Set. The tin itself is another striking gold and black coloration with the Dark Magician and Blue Eyes White Dragon on the lid, along with other glyph imagery around the tin. Join Logan and Richard as they review and … Continue reading "Ep 32 ComicPop Game Play with 2021 Yu-Gi-Oh! Ancient Battles Tin Set"
Enter the world of…Kaiju?? We’re not so sure about that here at ComicPop. I guess it depends on your definition of Kaiju movies. Here what Logan and Richard think as they discuss and review Li Sheng Lin’s feature film Croczilla. What we reviewed in this episode: Croczilla/The Million Dollar Crocodile, Li Sheng Lin – director, … Continue reading "Ep 57 ComicPop…corn Movies – Croczilla"
The ComicPop Crew are back with part 3 of the .Hack//Enemy TCG booster pack openings. This go around we open the Breakout booster packs. Hear what we pulled to add to the trading card game collection and what we thought of the cards. What we reviewed in this episode: .Hack//Enemy Breakout Booster Packs, Deciper, 2004. Music clips … Continue reading "Ep 31 ComicPop Game Play with .Hack//Enemy Breakout Booster Packs"
Join us as Logan opens new cards to add to his trading card game collection. Hear what cards he gets and what we think about the new My Hero Academia Collectible Card Game by UniVersus. What we reviewed in this episode: My Hero Academia Collectible Card Game, UniVersus, 2021. Music clips used in this episode: … Continue reading "Ep 30 ComicPop Game Play with My Hero Academia Collectible Card Game Booster Packs"
Why are we so sleepy? Because when you run with Team Alchemical or any other Team for that matter, you get no to little sleep. Hear why as Logan and Richard review and discuss Mary Cagle’s Sleepless Domain. What we reviewed in this episode: Sleepless Domain Volume 1, Mary Cagle – author/illustrator, Oscar Vega – … Continue reading "Ep 20 ComicPop Heroes Take on Sleepless Domain Vol 1"
Invisibility sounds like it would be fun. However, it can quickly turn and become horrific. Logan and Richard discuss and review the latest feature film incarnation of The Invisible Man from director Leigh Whannel. Was it horrific or not? What we reviewed in this episode: The Invisible Man, Leigh Whannell – director, Universal Pictures, 2020. … Continue reading "Ep 56 ComicPop…corn Movies – The Invisible Man"
Is everyone ready for a cozy mystery? Well it isn’t going to happen with this title. We travel down the more dark and gritty paths of life. But what else would you expect as Logan and Richard review and discuss George R. R. Martin’s Skin Trade. What we reviewed in this episode: George R.R. Martin’s … Continue reading "Ep 19 ComicPop Heroes take on Skin Trade"
We are back with the second part of our old school review of the .Hack//Enemy TCG booster packs. This time Logan and Richard open some of the Distortion themed packs.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- .Hack//Enemy Distortion Booster Packs, Deciper, 2004.
Music clips used in this episode:
- “Into the Land of Twilight, Under the Moon”, .hack//SIGN Original Sound and Song Track 2, Yuki Kajiura, 2002.
- “Key of the Twilight”, .hack//SIGN Original Sound and Song Track 1, Yuki Kajiura, 2002.
Links:
ShadowStorm Studios Facebook Page
ComicPop Library Facebook Page
Join the Logan and Richard on a funtastical adventure. This time around the ComicPop Crew joins a party with a mission to help themselves, but along the way still help other people. So get ready to meet all the strange and exciting people and creatures along our journey. The good thing is we don’t have to worry about dragons because our party has half a dragon in it. See what we think as we review and discuss Dragon Half by Ryusuke Mita.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- Dragon Half, Ryusuke Mita, Seven Seas Entertainment, 2018.
Music clips used in this episode:
- “Holding Out For a Hero”, Footloose Original Soundtrack and Secret Dreams and Forbidden Fire LP, Bonnie Tyler, Columbia, 1984.
- “Traveler’s Song”, Let There Be Fire LP, Aviators, YouTube, 2018.
Links:
Seven Seas Entertainment Website
Aviators BandCamp Page
James Young’s Website.
James Young’s Facebook Page
ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page
Another one from the vault that Logan and Richard did before the move. It’s one of ComicPop’s shorter episodes as we open up more items to the ever growing collection. Hear what was added this time around.
What we reviewed in this episode:
- League of Legends Mystery Minis, Funko Pop, 2017
- Attack on Titan – Wal-Mart Exclusive, Loyal Subjects, 2017
- Street Fighter, Loyal Subjects, 2018.
Music clips used in this episode:
- “Worlds Collide, Warsongs LP, Nicki Taylor – featured, Riot Games, 2016.
- “Street Fight”, Adam Jensen, Adam Jensen YouTube Channel, 2017.
Links:
S21’s YouTube Channel
ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page