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REI AMI Partners with Crunchyroll to Bring Ani-May to Life

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Crunchyroll’s latest Ani-May campaign features K-pop artist REI AMI, known as the singing voice for Zoey in the Oscar-winning KPop Demon Hunters, as she joins our month-long celebration of all things anime, with a dedicated curation of her own anime-inspired playlist on Spotify.  

REI AMI’s Anime Favorites playlist is an extension of our ongoing partnership with Spotify to place anime content outside of traditional fandom channels, leveraging artists across genres to amplify the celebration to a crowd of diverse audiences. REI AMI’s unique blend of K-pop influence and authentic love for anime allows her to create her own dynamic playlist that sparks interest and conversation to provide a unique entry point for music and pop culture fans.

Additional anime fans joining Crunchyroll throughout the month include:

  • Amber Glenn – The Olympic figure skating gold medalist showed us what anime means to her and gave fans a look into her very own “My Anime Routine.” 
  • Big Sean – The multi Grammy-nominated artist will work with Crunchyroll and step into the recording booth to learn how voice over acting works and getting to dub some of his favorite anime characters.
  • Noah Lyles – The fastest man in the world and Olympic gold medalist will be cosplaying of one of his favorite characters in celebration of Ani-May.
  • Thea Trinidad  – The wrestling superstar will also be dressing up and showing off her cosplay skills of one of her favorite anime characters.

Seven Seas Licenses Into the Night – YOASOBI Stories Collection Light Novel

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Seven Seas Entertainment has announced the license acquisition of the light novel Into the Night – YOASOBI Stories Collection by Mayo Hoshino, Sota Ishiki, Shinano, Kanami Minakami, and Shunki Hasizume. The inspiration behind YOASOBI’s hit single, Into the Night, is now available in English! Five enthralling short stories that were so powerful they inspired music that touched the world.

The stories behind the songs! Ever wondered where trending musicians, like Japan’s YOASOBI—known for their explosive debut in 2020 and topping the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart—find inspiration? This collection of short stories features the works that directly inspired YOASOBI’s hit debut single “Into the Night” (aka Yoru ni Kakeru), as well as their other top songs, including “Tracing a Dream,” “Probably,” “Encore,” and “Halzion.”

Experience the gripping prose and develop a whole new love for the original music that was born from them. This story collection also includes stunning illustrations created by the music video artists—originally only available in Japan’s special edition and limited edition releases!

Into the Night – YOASOBI Stories Collection (Light Novel) will be printed for the first time in the English language in January 2027 for $15.99 USA / $20.99 CAN in a single volume edition. An ebook edition will also be available on digital platforms.

The Music of SQUARE ENIX to Be Featured in an Otakon 2026 Concert

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The Music of SQUARE ENIX - Magic, Memories, and Melodies

AWR Music Productions and SQUARE ENIX will present “The Music of SQUARE ENIX – Magic, Memories, and Melodies,” during Otakon 2026.

From the creators of “Distant Worlds: Music from FINAL FANTASY” and “NieR: Orchestra Concert,” “The Music of SQUARE ENIX – Magic, Memories, and Melodies” celebrates the unforgettable worlds and iconic soundtracks that have defined generations of video game storytelling and adventure.

This all-new symphonic concert production celebrates the music of CHRONO TRIGGER, FINAL FANTASY, KINGDOM HEARTS, Legend of Mana, NieR, Octopath Traveler, and more in a spectacular multimedia experience.

Through sweeping symphonic arrangements and stunning high-definition game visuals from SQUARE ENIX projected above the stage, this concert invites audiences to relive the stories, emotions, and adventures that continue to inspire players around the world.

Otakon 2026 takes place July 31 to August 3 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

Puscifer Unveils Tales From The Pusciverse #1

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The Pusciverse – Puscifer expands its universe with the launch of the band’s first comic book series, Tales From The Pusciverse. Tales From The Pusciverse #1 centers on Bellendia Black, a character first seen in the band’s “Pendulum” video.

Written by Maynard James Keenan, the debut issue features artwork by Marlin Shoop and Andy Belanger, with lettering by Jack Morelli.

The introductory issue presents a conversation between Keenan and Bellendia Black, serving as both an introduction to the character and a gateway to the larger series, which will continue with future installments spotlighting Fanny Grey and The Synth Whisperer. Additional details and release dates will be announced soon.

Tales From The Pusciverse is available exclusively via Puscifer.com.

The Rancid-Inspired Film …And Out Comes the Wolf gets a Companion Graphic Novel

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Punk fans were thrilled at the announcement of a feature film in development that was inspired by the music of the band, Rancid, specifically the album, …And Out Come the Wolves. Now Big Newport Studios and Z2 have announced a companion graphic novel that will accompany the release of the recently completed film …And Out Comes the Wolf. Artist and writer Kevin Mellon will adapt the graphic novel from the feature script by Danny Peykoff and the Neese Brothers, bringing new layers to the powerful story about fighting for survival in the East Bay punk scene during the 90s. The book series will come with several variant covers by underground art sensation, Travis Knight.

And Out Comes the Wolf

Both the film and graphic novel are rooted in a gritty story of dreams colliding with the limitations of reality in a world of violence and desperation. Surrounded by poverty, drugs, and danger, two best friends hunt for an escape in a city blighted with decay. But the paths are narrow and littered with predators and temptations which threaten them at every turn and the unspoken question haunts them: Who manages to get away and who will be devoured when the wolf comes out?

The 100 page graphic novel will be released in a slipcased Deluxe Edition, with four art prints, a set of collectors cards, and an exclusive WOLF set of temporary tattoo flash. All editions will be available exclusively at Z2’s website to pre-order in the Spring of 2026, while a standard sized cover edition will be available via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, as well as other independent retailers and fine comic shops worldwide in the early fall.

Rock this Holiday with Cold Slither and Cobra Claws are Coming to Town

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Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, has released the most chaotic Christmas anthem ever to slither down a chimney: Cold Slither’s “Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town.” Fresh from the momentum of their self-titled album, released earlier this year, the Dreadnok-driven metal outfit returns with a holiday track packed with sleigh bells, sabotage, and seasonal pandemonium. The track is accompanied by a high-octane holiday video produced by none other than Torch himself (whose alter ego is known as Ross Sewage). 

“Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town” arrives as both a gift and a warning. This is holiday spirit the Cold Slither way: loud, unhinged, and ready to storm every playlist from now until the new year. Lock your chimneys. The Cobra Claws ride tonight.

You can get their full album now!

Jem and the Holograms Ring In the Holidays with a cover of “Last Christmas”

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Jem and the Holograms are kicking off the holiday season with a brand-new cover of Wham!’s “Last Christmas,” available now across all major music platforms!

As a truly outrageous holiday track, “Last Christmas” brings an electric reimagining of Wham!’s beloved festive classic, bursting with Jem’s signature sparkle, bold pop energy, and shimmering harmonies that transform heartbreak into holiday magic. The cover track features the iconic vocals of Britta Phillips (the original singing voice of Jem) to capture the timeless, fearless, and bright spirit of Jem. Hasbro invites you to turn up the glitter and let this season shine with this classic track’s reimagining through Jem and the Holograms as the brand continues its 40th anniversary celebrations!

Exclusive: Get in the Halloween Mood with this Music Playlist from Dracula’s Brunch Club by Brian Gonsar and Keenan Gaybba

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Have you ever wondered how vampires got their taste for blood? In Dracula’s Brunch Club, it all started with a crimson-red donut, dripping and oozing with spooky secrets—I mean, jelly. Dripping and oozing with non-spooky-tasting JELLY. Get ready to sink your fangs into the hilarious new graphic novel from debut authors Brian Gonsar and Keenan Gaybba! Blood, treachery, and humor from two promising newcomers not enough?

In time for Halloween, Brian Gonsar has put together a music playlist and a sampler music video to get you into the spooky mood.

Check them both out below and then go get your copy from Bookshop, Amazon, your local comic shop or bookstore and more!

Rebellion Unveils 2000 AD Guitar Pedals in Partnership with ThorpyFX

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Acclaimed independent multimedia studio, Rebellion, has announced the launch of officially licensed quality effects guitar pedals based on the legendary 2000 AD comic book characters Judge Dredd, Judge Death, and Rogue Trooper.

Created in partnership with ThorpyFx, these 2000 AD guitar pedals are hand-built to survive the rigours of the road and yet deliver consistent superior sound in all working environments.

Pre-order now for £249 at thorpyfx.com!

Pedal Specifications:

  • The Judge Dredd Lawbringer is the award-winning ThorpyFx Gunshot overdrive pedal in a custom ThorpyFx x 2000AD collab artwork enclosure. It’s a British flavour overdrive with a two gain stages to give your sound extra depth.
  • The Judge Death Deathbringer is the award-winning ThorpyFx Warthog distortion pedal in a custom ThorpyFx x 2000AD collab artwork enclosure. This is, at its heart an American style distortion with the ability to cover everything from boost to fuzz.
  • The Rogue Trooper Fallout Cloud is an award-winning muff style fuzz in a custom ThorpyFx x 2000AD collab artwork enclosure. It has an active EQ for supreme controllability.
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