Ari Ackerman just witnessed a murder. Or two. Or maybe he didn’t. He’s not quite sure… From writer and colorist Oliver Mertz, artist Alex Diotto, letterer Taylor Esposito, and Oni Press comes A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts: a weird tale of conspiracy, faded superheroics, and suburban angst in ʼ90s Washington, D.C. For readers who like What’s the Furthest Place from Here?, Love and Rockets, David Lynch, Daniel Clowes, Seinfeld, Agatha Christie, Powers, Fugazi, and Wes Anderson, A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts will haunt a store near you on September 2, 2026.
Teenager Ari Ackerman loves the Washington, D.C., punk scene and is trying very hard to process the perpetual impending death (and frequent resurrections) of his cancer-stricken father. Ari’s best friend, Maya Meng, just wants to hang out and go see Jawbox play at the Black Cat. But sadly, an escalating series of unexplained deaths can really ruin a perfectly good day… Charmingly whimsical, darkly funny, and stylistically innovative, A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts is sure to evoke all the feelings that come with being an outsider, making sense of the world around you, and finding your place in it.
Writer Oliver Mertz has put together a playlist for you to get ready to rock out when you read A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts when it hits shelves this week! Listen to the playlist below and then get the graphic novel when it comes to comic shop shelves this Wednesday!
Hollywood Records has released the Original Video Game Soundtrack forMarvel’s Wolverine. Scored by acclaimed composer David Fleming, the complete soundtrack is available today on all major digital streaming platforms. The announcement that Fleming would helm the game’s score first broke to packed crowds at San Diego Comic-Con, sparking widespread excitement and anticipation among Marvel fans and gaming enthusiasts alike. Pre-orders for the vinyl album begin September 15, coinciding with the game’s release on PlayStation 5 consoles.
The iconic rivalry between Jem and The Holograms and The Misfits is back with “Click Clash,” reimagined for 2026. Bringing a fresh sound and renewed energy to the classic battle of the bands, the two groups go head-to-head once again in the ultimate musical showdown. Adding an extra connection to the original series, the track features Ellen Bernfeld aka Norma Human, the original voice of Pizzazz, bridging the world of the beloved ’80s series with this exciting new chapter. Blending nostalgia with a fresh sound for today, “Click Clash” gives longtime Jem fans something new to celebrate while introducing the iconic rivalry to a whole new generation.
Celebrating 40 years of The Transformers: The Movie, Hasbro has been putting on an “Apology Tour” that includes numerous parts including the “Celebration of Life Concert” which took place during San Diego Comic-Con 2026.
The full concert has now been put up online, a near 2 hour rocking concert. It features music from The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition, performed live by Knights of Unicron, including a special performance of “The Touch” by Stan Bush himself and performance by Vince DiCola. Opening for the Knights of Unicron are G.I. JOE’s Cold Slither and Britta Phillips – original singer from Jem and the Holograms. And featuring a special appearance by Sebastian Bach!
Jem 0:01 Jem Theme 2:18 Only The Beginning 4:38 Twilight In Paris 6:27 Deception 9:04 I Got My Eye On You 11:17 Glitter & Gold 13:58 Truly Outrageous 16:32 Who Is He Kissing 18:29 Like A Dream 20:52 She’s Got The Power 23:23 Depends On The Mood I’m In 25:51 Music is Magic
28:08 Stern Pinball
Cold Slither 29:11 Welcome To The Swamp 30:17 Knock Em Dread 34:05 These Fluffies Are Fatal 37:49 Under The Dreadnok Spell 42:19 Zartan’s Revenge 46:21 Cobra Island 51:19 Thunder Machine 55:48 Cold Slither 1:01:27 Jem Theme Song with Britta Phillips
Knights of Unicron 1:04:35 The Transformers Theme featuring Brittney Slayes 1:08:56 Hunger featuring Brittney Slayes 1:13:59 Instruments Of Destruction featuring Francesco Cavalieri 1:18:27 Dare To Be Stupid featuring Torch 1:22:00 Autobot/Decepticon Battle 1:26:45 Death Of Optimus Prime featuring Vince DiCola 1:33:25 The Touch featuring Stan Bush and Vince DiCola 1:38:29 Dare featuring Stan Bush and Vince DiCola 1:43:54 Escape 1:49:30 Nothin’s Gonna Stand In Our Way featuring Sebastian Bach
New era. New voices. Forever Friendship. At San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Hasbro revealed a new My Little Pony animated series, My Little Pony: Forever Friendship. The brand-new YouTube animated series introducing the next generation of pony adventures premieres on YouTube in early 2027.
A feelings-first fantasy adventure, My Little Pony: Forever Friendship follows Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy as they embark on a new journey of friendship, magic and self-discovery. Building on the legacy of My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic and featuring beloved characters from that era, this new digital series introduces a fresh creative vision while staying true to the themes that have defined My Little Pony for generations. Through character-driven storytelling and heartfelt adventures, these bi-weekly, 9-minute episode drops on YouTube will explore individuality, belonging and emotional growth as the ponies navigate the everyday magic of friendship together.
Led by Showrunner and Head Writer Gretchen Mallorie and Series Director Tayhan Mustafa, My Little Pony: Forever Friendship introduces a new visual direction for My Little Pony, defined by luminous color, iridescent magic and expressive design rooted in character and emotion. Developed in collaboration with Lil Critter Workshop and featuring key artistic contributions from acclaimed illustrator Nicholas Kole, the animated series brings a richly imagined vision of Equestria to life, balancing playful charm with emotional depth, while honoring the warmth and heart fans have long associated with the beloved brand.
Bringing the characters to life is a talented voice cast featuring Jenna Weir as Twilight Sparkle, Ava Preston as Rainbow Dash, Kayla Samson as Fluttershy and Kaya Kanashiro as Pinkie Pie, delivering the warmth, energy and authenticity that defines this next chapter.
Hasbro has also released a video that goes behind the scenes with the cast of My Little Pony: Forever Friendship as they step into the recording booth. Meet the voices bringing your favorite characters to life in this new series.
At its core, My Little Pony: Forever Friendship is a story about emotional growth, individuality and the everyday magic of connection. Through heartfelt adventures, humor and evolving friendships, the digital series invites a new generation of fans of all ages into a world where kindness and self-discovery take center stage. The series will come to life through bi-weekly 9-minute episode drops on YouTube, clipped and celebrated across social media platforms, ensuring we reach our multi-generational fans wherever they are.
Building on the news, Hasbro also unveiled a brand-new music track titled “Forever Friendship,” a bright, feel-good anthem that celebrates the series’ themes of connection, self-belief, and individuality. Performed by vocalist Cali Rodi and produced and written by Super Weirdo Productions, the track is a special cover of the show’s theme song, which will be featured in the title sequence and performed by the pony voice cast. The anthem is available to stream now across major digital platforms, including Apple, Spotify and Amazon music.
V.B.O. (featuring Francesco Cavalieri of WIND ROSE) will bring 80s classics mixed with new V.B.O. songs to San Diego’s House of Blues on July 23 ahead of The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Concert. Purchase tickets HERE!
The DJ set will offer audiences an early preview as V.B.O. prepare to launch their debut album Vice Business Only via Reigning Phoenix Music on Friday July 24. Cavalieri will be performing from 6pm for VIP (GA doors 7pm) through to the show’s start at 8pm, and curating the playlists between sets across the evening.
Event Details – THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Concert
Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Time: VIP 6PM | Doors at 7 PM | Show at 8 PM
Venue: House of Blues, 1055 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Reigning Phoenix Music and Hasbro have announced that the legendary Sebastian Bach will participate in the The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert. The concert is a special live event taking place Thursday, July 23, at The House of Blues San Diego during Comic-Con week. The show is part of Hasbro’s “Apology Tour,” a playful, year-long campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE and acknowledging the moment fans still haven’t quite recovered from.
Featuring music from The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition performed live by Knights of Unicron, the show will also feature appearances by Stan Bush, Vince DiCola, and more!
The concert also features Cold Slither, who returns to the stage after last year’s live debut at Comic-Con, bringing their loud and rebellious sound straight from the world of G.I. Joe; and Jem And The Holograms, featuring original singer Britta Phillips.
Event Details – THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Concert
Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Time: Doors at 7 PM | Show at 8 PM
Venue: House of Blues, 1055 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
The Rolling Stones and Marvel have joined forces for a special collector’s release celebrating the band’s forthcoming album, Foreign Tongues. Available for pre-order now HERE, the exclusive U.S. series features five collectible vinyl variants inspired by iconic Marvel characters, each paired with a custom comic book insert showcasing artwork designed to match the corresponding vinyl edition. Foreign Tongues x Marvel will be released July 10.
The Marvel-inspired collection spotlights Spider-Man, Captain America, Wolverine, Thor, and The Hulk, reimagined through exclusive album artwork designed by Marvel illustrators for this release.
Last month The Rolling Stones announced the release of their highly anticipated new studio album Foreign Tongues, arriving July 10th from Capitol Records. The incredibly vibrant 14-track collection follows the band’s Grammy Award-winning Hackney Diamonds, which topped charts worldwide and achieved multi-platinum success. The new album was introduced with the upbeat and infectious lead single “In the Stars” and opening track “Rough and Twisted.”
Recorded during an exceptionally creative period, Foreign Tongues was brought to life in under a month at Metropolis Studios in West London, with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood reuniting with Grammy-winning producer Andrew Watt, who also helmed Hackney Diamonds. The result is a dynamic and forward-looking record that captures the band’s unmistakable sound while pushing into new sonic and lyrical territory, further cementing their unparalleled legacy.
The album features standout performances from Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood, alongside their core collaborators including Darryl Jones, Steve Jordan, and Matt Clifford. It also includes a special appearance from Charlie Watts, captured during one of his final recording sessions before his passing in 2021. Additional contributions come from an impressive line-up of guest artists, including Steve Winwood, Paul McCartney, The Cure’s Robert Smith and Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Two iconic worlds. One epic collaboration. TheJem and the Holograms theme tune collides with the legendary Cold Slither for a high-energy crossover that’s truly outrageous. Get ready for electrifying vocals, unforgettable riffs, and a clash of rock royalty like you’ve never heard before.
The unmistakable sparkle of Jem and the Hologramscollides with the legendary Cold Slither in a high-powered crossover that’s as nostalgic as it is explosive. This reimagined take on the classic Jem and the Holograms “Theme Song” delivers electrifying vocals, unforgettable riffs, and a clash of rock royalty fans never knew they needed – until now!
Hasbro had previously announced The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert, which will feature special performances by Cold Slither and Britta Phillips (original singing voice of Jem from Jem and the Holograms), plus more. The special live event takes place July 23 at House of Blues San Diego. Tickets and VIP packages are available now here.
Hasbro and Reigning Phoenix Music have announced The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert, a special live event taking place Thursday, July 23, at House of Blues San Diego during Comic-Con week. The concert is part of Hasbro’s “Apology Tour,” a playful, year-long campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Transformers: The Movie and acknowledging the moment fans still haven’t quite recovered from.
Featuring music from The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition performed live by Knights of Unicron, along with a special performance of “The Touch” by Stan Bush, the concert pays tribute to the soundtrack that helped turn an animated movie into a cultural touchstone for generations of fans.
The concert also features a powerhouse lineup of fan-favorite performers, including Vince DiCola, whose legendary score helped define the sound and spirit of The Transformers: The Movie; Cold Slither, who returns to the stage after last year’s live debut at Comic-Con, bringing their loud and rebellious sound straight from the world of G.I. JOE; and Britta Phillips, the original singing voice of Jem from Jem and the Holograms, whose glitter, glam and truly outrageous pop flair makes every performance unforgettable. Together, these performers will turn the evening into a full-scale celebration of iconic Hasbro music and entertainment fandom that is… More Than Meets the Eye!
Additional special guests and performers will be announced in the coming weeks.
Event Details – THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Concert
Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Time: Doors at 7 PM | Show at 8 PM
Venue: House of Blues, 1055 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
