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Phonogram: The Singles Club #2

"Phonogram: The Singles Club" continues with its second spotlight character, in a way that lets you enjoy this comic on its own, or as part of a greater whole.

Publisher:
Image Comics
Writer:
Kieron Gillen
Artists:
Jamie McKelvie, Emma Vieceli, Daniel Heard
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Sat, May 2nd, 2009

Captain America Theater of War: A Brother in Arms #1

Jenkins provides a moralizing story of war, but it does have heart.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Jenkins
Artists:
John McCrea, James Hodgkins, Allen Martinez, Victor Olazaba
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Fri, May 1st, 2009

The Stuff of Legend #1

It won't be fully released until July, but there is a Free Comic Book Day preview of the "The Stuff of Legend" available at better comic shops this Saturday.

Publisher:
Th3rd World Studios
Writer:
Mike Raicht, Brian Smith
Artists:
Charles Paul Wilson III
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Thu, April 30th, 2009

Ultimate Wolverine vs. Hulk #5

The penultimate issue of "Ultimate Wolverine vs. Hulk" is mostly a transition piece to get the characters to the conclusion, but it's an awfully entertaining transition.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Damon Lindelof
Artists:
Leinil Francis Yu
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Thu, April 30th, 2009

Superman #687

Renato Guedes provides stunning visuals to James Robinson's latest "Superman" issue starring Mon-El.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
James Robinson
Artists:
Renato Guedes, Jose Wilson Magalhaes
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Thu, April 30th, 2009

Justice Society of America #26

Happy birthday, Stargirl! The end of an era happens here and it certainly makes for an enjoyable read.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns
Artists:
Dale Eaglesham, Nathan Massengill
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Wed, April 29th, 2009

Dark Avengers #4

The conclusion of the first storyarc finds Doom and Osborn in the past, while the Avengers continue to contend with Morgana le Fey in the present. Still?

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Bendis
Artists:
Mike Deodato
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Wed, April 29th, 2009

Batman: Battle for the Cowl: The Underground #1

A pointless tie-in issue that will only appeal to completists. But, then again, if you weren’t a completist, why would you pick up this issue in the first place?

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Chris Yost
Artists:
Pablo Raimondi
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Wed, April 29th, 2009

Vigilante #5

The second installment of the "Deathtrap" storyline plays its way through the latest issue of "Vigilante," featuring a creative team that is a throwback to 1988.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Marv Wolfman
Artists:
Tom Lyle, Scott Hanna
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Tue, April 28th, 2009

Outsiders #17

Peter J. Tomasi's reinvigoration of "Outsiders" continues on behind the dynamic duo cover treatment, this one featuring Geo-Force and Black Lightning.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Peter J. Tomasi
Artists:
Lee Garbett, Trevor Scott
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Tue, April 28th, 2009

Mr. Stuffins #1

Take an interactive child's toy and upload a military-developed artificial intelligence. From here the story should be fun.

Publisher:
Boom! Studios
Writer:
Andrew Cosby, Johanna Stokes
Artists:
Axel Medellin Machain
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Tue, April 28th, 2009

Sherlock Holmes #1

According to Dynamite’s press department, everyone loves “Sherlock Holmes” #1... except for this reviewer! It’s a slow, boring lead up to a fantastic cliffhanger ending.

Publisher:
Dynamite Entertainment
Writer:
Leah Moore, John Reppion
Artists:
Aaron Campbell
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Mon, April 27th, 2009

Detective Comics #853

The conclusion of "Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader?" is strong, but in a position where it can't possibly live up to expectations.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Neil Gaiman
Artists:
Andy Kubert, Scott Williams
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Mon, April 27th, 2009

Immortal Iron Fist #25

Juan Doe comes in to illustrate a few dynamic pages as Danny Rand learns the truth of the first Iron Fist.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Duane Swierczynski
Artists:
Travel Foreman, Juan Doe, Tom Palmer
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Mon, April 27th, 2009

Guardians of the Galaxy #13

Readers jumping on board because of the "War of Kings" are bound to be a little confused by this jumble of an issue.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Brad Walker, Victor Olazaba
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Sun, April 26th, 2009

Skrull Kill Krew #1

A solid relaunch that's neither Morrison nor Millar but it's pretty good nonetheless.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Adam Felber
Artists:
Mark Robinson, Mike Getty
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Sun, April 26th, 2009

Scalped #28

Who killed those two FBI agents in 1975? Who killed Gina Bad Horse? Those questions are answered here, but what will the answers bring about?

Publisher:
Vertigo
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
R. M. Guera
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Sun, April 26th, 2009

Star Wars: Dark Times #13

"Dark Times" continues to explore the galaxy of Star Wars in the early days of the Empire.

Publisher:
Dark Horse Comics
Writer:
Mick Harrison
Artists:
Douglas Wheatley
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Sun, April 26th, 2009

Ignition City #2

The second issue has all of the strengths of the first issue and very few of the weaknesses.

Publisher:
Avatar Press
Writer:
Warren Ellis
Artists:
Gianluca Pagliarani, Chris Drier
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Sun, April 26th, 2009

Astonishing X-Men #29

Bianchi continues to astonish and there's plenty here to enjoy.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Warren Ellis
Artists:
Simone Bianchi, Andrea Silvestri
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
Sun, April 26th, 2009

Ghost Rider #34

A return to the loose, fun grindhouse horror of the beginning of Jason Aaron’s run! Oh hells yes!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Tony Moore
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Thu, April 23rd, 2009

Dynamo 5 #21

Take two young superheroes and put them on a date. Add one mystery and one drug infestation creeping into the city those heroes work in. Open cover and enjoy results.

Publisher:
Image Comics
Writer:
Jay Faerber
Artists:
Mahmud A. Asrar, Yildiray Cinar
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Thu, April 23rd, 2009

Supergirl #40

Superwoman's identity is revealed in this issue. Jamal Igle's super pencils are in this book too.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Sterling Gates
Artists:
Jamal Igle, Jon Sibal
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Thu, April 23rd, 2009

R.E.B.E.L.S. #3

Fans of "L.E.G.I.O.N.," "Negation," or any other space-based comic can rejoice, because this is just plain fun.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Tony Bedard
Artists:
Andy Clarke
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Wed, April 22nd, 2009

Justice League of America #32

"Justice League of America" tries to limp towards something approaching momentum, but fill-in issues and post-event tie-ins may have gotten in the way one too many times.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Dwayne McDuffie
Artists:
Rags Morales, John Dell
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Wed, April 22nd, 2009

X-Force #14

Cable and X-Force continue their efforts to protect Hope from harm in a dystopian future, as the twin threats of both Stryfe and Apocalypse loom.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Craig Kyle, Christopher Yost
Artists:
Clayton Crain
Reviewer:
James Hunt
Wed, April 22nd, 2009

Battle for the Cowl: Arkham Asylum #1

"Battle for the Cowl: Arkham Asylum" is an all right first issue of a mini-series, but oddly enough... it's actually a one-shot.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
David Hine
Artists:
Jeremy Haun
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
Wed, April 22nd, 2009

Buck Rogers #0

"Buck Rogers" is still set in the 25th century, and in this issue he brings a gun to a slime fight.

Publisher:
Dynamite Entertainment
Writer:
Scott Beatty
Artists:
Carlos Rafael
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Wed, April 22nd, 2009

Viking #1

'Viking' is a bold debut, featuring an accessible story, strong art, and large format.

Publisher:
Image Comics
Writer:
Ivan Brandon
Artists:
Nic Klein
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
Wed, April 22nd, 2009

Daredevil #118

Daredevil's alliance with one of his greatest foes continues forward, with devastating consequences.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Michael Lark, John Lucas, Stefano Gaudiano
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Mon, April 20th, 2009

Rampaging Wolverine #1

Four Wolverine stories presented in glorious monochrome.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Joshua Hale Fialkov, Chris Yost, Robin Furth, Ted McKeever,
Artists:
aco Diaz Luque, Mateus Santolouco, Nelson, Ted McKeever
Reviewer:
James Hunt
Mon, April 20th, 2009

X-Factor #42

Madrox travels to the future to join the Summers Rebellion alongside Layla Miller.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Peter David
Artists:
Valentine De Landro, Craig Yeung
Reviewer:
James Hunt
Mon, April 20th, 2009

Thor #601

The repercussions of last issue surface with Thor in exile and Balder considering Loki’s suggestion to emigrate to Latveria.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
J. Michael Straczynski
Artists:
Marco Djurdjevic, Danny Miki
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Mon, April 20th, 2009

Mighty Avengers #24

This issue is a nice little standalone segment steeped in the goings-on across, and history of, the Marvel Universe. That, and the Avengers meet G.R.A.M.P.A.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Slott
Artists:
Rafa Sandoval, Roger Bonet Martinez
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Mon, April 20th, 2009

Secret Invasion Aftermath: Beta Ray Bill: The Green of Eden #1

"Secret Invasion" the gift that keeps on giving. This issue focuses on everyone's favorite horse-faced, hammer-wielding substitute thunder god.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Kieron Gillen
Artists:
Dan Brereton, Stefano Gaudiano, Mark Pennington, Scott Hanna
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Sat, April 18th, 2009

Zorro #12

Zorro's adventures continue to unfold under the pen of Matt Wagner.

Publisher:
Dynamite Entertainment
Writer:
Matt Wagner
Artists:
Cezar Razek
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Fri, April 17th, 2009

Air #8

Blythe, Amelia Earhart, and Northfield go searching for a device and not much happens along the way. Rather forgettable.

Publisher:
Vertigo
Writer:
G. Willow Wilson
Artists:
M.K. Perker
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Fri, April 17th, 2009

Godland #27

The book so nice they named it twice. Okay, they didn’t, but wouldn’t you buy a book called “Gødland Gødland”? I know I would!

Publisher:
Image Comics
Writer:
Joe Casey
Artists:
Tom Scioli
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Fri, April 17th, 2009

Uncanny X-Men #508

While plots gain little traction, Matt Fraction’s characterization skills more than make up for that. Greg Land’s art is the same as it always is, so it’s a ‘love it or hate it’ situation there.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Greg Land, Jay Leisten
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
Fri, April 17th, 2009

Amazing Spider-Man #591

The second part of the Fantastic Four team-up features Spider-Man unmasked before the Fantastic Four.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Slott
Artists:
Barry Kitson, Jesse Delperdang, Dale Eaglesham
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
Thu, April 16th, 2009
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