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Die-hard fans will appreciate The Blues Brothers: The Escape of Joliet Jake

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It’s 1997, almost two decades after the events in THE BLUES BROTHERS film and Chicago law enforcement is once again in pursuit of the notorious musical criminal, Jake Blues, after a mysterious jailbreak. On the case is Robert, an up and coming detective, whose world is turned upside down… While investigating, Robert receives a little help from Elwood Blues, and an unlikely partnership forms between Robert and Wolfie, an orphan from the Blues Brother’s alma-mater, St. Helen’s of the Blessed Shroud. Together, they unravel a web of mysteries tied to Blues Brothers adventures with Jake and Elwood that we’ve never seen before! Get back to the heart of recidivist mischief, soul and bombastic chases. Sink your teeth into a new Blues Brothers adventure.

Story: Luke Pisano, Stella Aykroyd, James Werner
Art: Felipe Sobreiro
Color: Felipe Sobreiro, Gab Contreras
Letterer: Troy Peteri

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Exclusive Preview: The Blues Brothers: The Escape of Joliet Jake

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​The beloved Blues Brothers universe will come roaring back to life over the next few years with forays into television, film, live events, music, and much more with the first offering being a brand new original Graphic Novel: The Blues Brothers: Escape of Joliet Jake being published by Z2.​ Written by Stella Aykroyd, Luke Pisano, and James Werner with artist Felipe Sobriero, The Blues Brothers: Escape of Joliet Jake is both a love letter and sequel to the original Blues Brothers film. With editorial oversight by Dan Aykroyd, the utmost care has been taken to ensure this new chapter is true to the classic skits, legendary film, and iconic albums. The result is a wild and entertaining ride for both the longtime fans, and those new to the world of Jake and Elwood Blues. The project was originally conceived with the architect of The Blues Brothers, Judy Belushi Pisano, who sadly passed away during the book’s production.

It’s 1997, almost two decades after the events in The Blues Brothers and Chicago law enforcement is once again in pursuit of the notorious musical criminal, Jake Blues, after a mysterious jailbreak. On the case is Robert, an up and coming detective, whose world is turned upside down… While investigating, Robert receives a little help from Elwood Blues, and an unlikely partnership forms between Robert and Wolfie, an orphan from the Blues Brother’s alma-mater, St. Helen’s of the Blessed Shroud. Together, they unravel a web of mysteries tied to Blues Brothers adventures with Jake and Elwood that we’ve never seen before! Get back to the heart of recidivist mischief, soul and bombastic chases.

We have an exclusive look at the graphic novel which comes to shelves this November. The Blues Brothers: Escape of Joliet Jake is available for pre-order via Bookshop, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, as well as bookstores, comic shops, and record stores.

The Blues Brothers: Escape of Joliet Jake

The Blues Brothers: The Lost Recordings Include 13 Unreleased Live Performances, Limited Edition Blue Vinyl Exclusively Bundled With Deluxe Editions of Z2’s The Blues Brothers: The Escape Of Joliet Jake

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June 20, 1980. A day that changed comedy forever. With the release of The Blues Brothers, John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd unleashed a film that would thrill and entertain generations with their Mission From God. As previously announce, exactly 45 years later, Z2 has partnered with the Aykroyd and Belushi families and estate to deliver the sequel to that film in the original graphic novel, The Blues Brothers: The Escape Of Joliet Jake.

Uncovered by the late Judy Belushi Pisano, this series of unreleased recordings is a rare musical glimpse at Joliet Jake and Elwood Blues at the height of their blues powers. Belushi and Aykroyd blast through a 13-song set with some of the greatest musicians who ever lived. The gang is all here, as Blues Brothers legends Matt “Guitar” Murphy, Steve “The Colonel” Cropper, Donald “Duck” Dunn, Paul “The Shiv” Shaffer, Lou “Blue Lou” Marini, Tom “Bones” Malone, Alan “Mr. Fabulous” Rubin, Steve “GETDWA” Jordan, and Tom “Triple Scale” Scott show why this band is timeless. The album features unheard versions of blues classics including “Hey Bartender,” “Rubber Biscuit,” and “Green Onions.” This album will be available exclusively as a Royal Blue-colored vinyl release, packaged with The Blues Brothers: The Escape Of Joliet Jake.

Here’s a peek at the 13 unreleased tracks featured on The Blues Brothers: The Escape Of Joliet Jake Royal Blue Vinyl LP:

SIDE A

1. “Welcome” 
2. “Flip, Flop & Fly”
3.”Hey Bartender”
4. “Messin’ With The Kid” 
5. “(I Got Everything I Need) Almost” 
6. “Rubber Biscuit” 
7. “Shot Gun Blues”

SIDE B

8. “I Don’t Know” 
9. “Groove Me” 
10. “Excusez Moi Mon Cherie” 
11. “Soul Man” 
12. “B Movie Box Car Blues” 
13. “Green Onions”

To honor the 45th anniversary of the Blues Brothers movie premier and the Lost Recordings being released, Z2 has created a series of high-quality Blues Brothers apparel. The first two designs from this capsule collection feature the art of Felipe Sobreiro and are available exclusively today on Z2comics.com.

Fans can now purchase the Deluxe Edition of The Blues Brothers: The Escape Of Joliet Jake as well as the Dan Akyroyd-signed, limited Platinum Editions, which include the oversized hardcover with slipcase, the exclusive vinyl, a Blues Brothers engraved harmonica, and Jake and Elwood Blues collector cards on Z2Comics.com. Both the Deluxe and Platinum Editions feature a new cover and slipcase with exclusive art by Felipe Sobreiro. All Hardcover, Deluxe and Platinum Editions will proudly ship to fans in advance of the October 7th in-store retail date.

Standard editions of The Blues Brothers: The Escape Of Joliet Jake are available for pre-order Z2Comics.com, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, UltimateClassicRock.com as well as independent book, comic, and record stores.

The Blues Brothers return with The Escape of Joliet Jake

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​The beloved Blues Brothers universe will come roaring back to life over the next few years with forays into television, film, live events, music, and much more with the first IP offering being a brand new original Graphic Novel: The Blues Brothers: Escape of Joliet Jake.​ Written by Stella Aykroyd, Luke Pisano, and James Werner with artist Felipe Sobriero, The Blues Brothers: Escape of Joliet Jake is both a love letter and sequel to the original Blues Brothers film. With editorial oversight by Dan Aykroyd, the utmost care has been taken to ensure this new chapter is true to the classic skits, legendary film, and iconic albums. The result is a wild and entertaining ride for both the longtime fans, and those new to the world of Jake and Elwood Blues. This project was originally conceived with the architect of The Blues Brothers, Judy Belushi Pisano, who sadly passed away during this book’s production.

The Blues Brothers: Escape of Joliet Jake will be available for pre-order via Amazon, Barnes and Noble, as well as many other fine independent book, comic, and record stores.

The Blues Brothers: Escape of Joliet Jake