Alan Robert

A new original crime/horror comic from the creator of the hit series “Crawl to Me” debuts this October!

New York, NY – (May 10, 2012) What do you get when you throw three murderers into one prison cell together? Well, when those characters happen to be based on the likenesses of celebrities FRANK VINCENT (Goodfellas, Raging Bull, The Sopranos), MARKY RAMONE (formerly of The Ramones) and BREA GRANT (Heroes, Dexter), you can bet that the outcome will be anything but ordinary. From the creator of IDW Publishing’s hit series Crawl to Me, comes Alan Robert’s KILLOGY®; an off-the-wall, genre-busting mash-up of crime, dark comedy and horror. Written and illustrated by Robert, this original, four-issue mini-series kicks off in October 2012 from the award- winning comics publisher.

Visit the KILLOGY® website, here: http://www.killogycomic.com

Robert said, “When I was growing up, I must’ve seen Goodfellas and Raging Bull about forty times each, easy. I mean, I can still recite entire scenes by heart. The same goes for my old Ramones records. They are total classics to me. So now, to be working with some of my childhood heroes, along with Brea, on something so cool and different like this, what can I say… it’s a great honor and at the same time, it’s a bit surreal.”

“When I was a boy, one of the first things that inspired me to be an entertainer was comic books,” Frank Vincent said, “they were the rage then and now they’re the rage all over again… it’s a great feeling to be on a cover of a comic book and reach an audience through this great medium.” Actress Brea Grant added, “There’s nothing more exciting than seeing yourself as a comic book character.” The KILLOGY® project was green-lit by IDW back in 2011, but the stars were not quite part of the equation at that time. Shortly after signing the deal, Robert came up with the concept of basing his three main KILLOGY® characters on Vincent, Ramone and Grant. “I had specific ideas on what these characters should look like and I’d constantly find myself comparing them to the stars we ended up approaching. I thought it would be a complete long shot to get them involved, but to my surprise, they were all very receptive to the idea,” said Robert. “You rarely see an original, creator-owned comic series that features celebrities depicting its characters. I thought it would be interesting, in the same way The Twilight Zone had guest stars at the center of its stories.”

“I’m happy that IDW has become the home for Alan Robert’s dark and wayward visions,” said Chris Ryall, IDW’s Chief Creative Officer. “I feel like we’re not only helping society by keeping his horrific proclivities focused on comics but we’re also helping bring some truly inventive and captivating comics to the world as well. I’m very happy to continue that trend with KILLOGY®.”

The first printing of Alan Robert’s critically acclaimed horror graphic novel, Crawl to Me (IDW Publishing), sold out within a week of its release back in January 2012. As a result, the award- winning publisher is pressing an oversized, deluxe hardcover version, titled Crawl to Me: Evil Edgar Edition, this summer. The book, written and illustrated by the Brooklyn-bred Life of Agony bassist, collects the four-issue mini-series and boasts a beautifully painted cover by the talented Monocyte artist, Menton3. An introduction, written by Robert’s former cartooning

New York, NY – (April 24, 2012) The first printing of Alan Robert’s critically acclaimed horror graphic novel, Crawl to Me (IDW Publishing), sold out within a week of its release, back in January 2012. As a result, the award-winning publisher will be pressing a special hardcover version this summer, titled Crawl to Me: Evil Edgar Edition. As previously announced, director David A. Armstrong, cinematographer for the successful box-office hit franchise, Saw, is attached to direct a live-action adaptation of Crawl to Me for the big screen. Additionally, screenwriters, David White and T.J. Cimfel have recently signed on to pen the Crawl to Me screenplay. Robert will produce, alongside his partners Jeff Mazzola (Descent) and Christopher White (My Super Psycho Sweet 16 franchise).

“It’s exciting to watch this thing come to life by people who are super passionate about telling this story,” says creator, Robert.  “Over the last few months, we’ve received about a dozen different treatments from various writers to adapt the property. I can safely say that T.J. and Dave’s unique take on the material definitely stood out from the rest. We’re extremely proud to announce that they’ve officially joined the team.”

David White and T.J. Cimfel wrote the contained thriller Shut In, which is currently under option at Ombra Films.  Additionally, Cimfel’s supernatural thriller No Tell Motel was recently produced by Enderby Entertainment and is scheduled for release in late 2012.

“Crawl To Me really appeals to us because it builds a haunting story around an emotional and intelligent core. It has characters you can connect with, yet doesn’t sacrifice any of the visceral thrills you want from a good horror story. It’s the perfect combination for us to tackle,” says, White and Cimfel. “The artwork really drew us in. It’s a dark story, but it’s told through these beautiful images that you can’t turn away from. And there’s a cinematic flow to the action—the story’s screaming to be put on the screen.”

The Crawl to Me graphic novel, written and illustrated by the Brooklyn-bred Life of Agony bassist, collected the original 2011 comic series with a painted cover by renowned Monocyte artist, Menton3.  The introduction for the book, was written by Robert’s former cartooning teacher and legendary comics artist, Walter Simonson (Thor).

Robert’s upcoming Killogy comic series is slated for an October 2012 release through IDW Publishing. Major announcements coming shortly!

For more information about Alan Robert, visit: http://www.alanrobert.com

For all press inquiries, please contact: Leo Lavoro, Monolith Public Relations, LLC

(o) 201-530-5958, (c) 917.592.0716, leo@monolithpr.com

New York, NY – (January 10, 2012) The first printing of Alan Robert’s critically acclaimed horror graphic novel, Crawl to Me (IDW Publishing), has sold out within a week of its release. As a result, the award-winning publisher is currently scheduling a second pressing. In related news, director David A. Armstrong, cinematographer for the successful box-office hit franchise, Saw, is now attached to direct a live-action adaptation of Crawl to Me for the big screen. Armstrong is currently directing the indie hostage drama, Pawn, starring Michael Chiklis (The Shield, Fantastic Four) and Academy Award winner, Forest Whitaker with Ray Liotta and Common supporting.

“The last few weeks have been a whirlwind of excitement, to say the least,” says creator, Robert. “Crawl to Me has already exceeded all of my expectations. Creating comics has been a life-long passion of mine and I’m extremely grateful to be given the chance to tell my crazy stories. To see them come to life on film is a whole other level of awesomeness. I love horror movies, especially the ones with shocking twist endings like The Sixth Sense and The Others, so it’s my goal to create that same type of jaw-dropping impact with Crawl to Me.”

The Crawl to Me graphic novel, written and illustrated by the Life of Agony bassist, collects the four-issue mini-series and boasts a beautifully painted cover by Monocyte artist, Menton3. The book’s introduction is written by the legendary Walter Simonson (Thor), who happens to be Robert’s former cartooning teacher.

“I knew Alan Robert had juice with his Wire Hangers series, and Crawl to Me is even more of a singular creator’s vision come to life,” said Chris Ryall, Chief Creative Officer / Editor-in-Chief for IDW Publishing. “To then see that graphic novel get voted Best Mini-Series of the Year by horror fans at ComicMonsters.com and now sell out its initial press run is very gratifying and appreciated. Even more, it speaks to the market for more unique comics amidst a world of superhero relaunches and big licensed comics.”

Robert recently guest-starred on the hit TLC show, NY Ink, where he went under the needle by the show’s lead female tattoo artist, Megan Massacre. The ink he received was based on the Crawl to Me cover art painted by Menton3. You can view the entire NY Ink episode, “Kings of NY” on iTunes, here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/tv-season/ny-ink-season-2/id488135943

For more information about Alan Robert, visit: http://www.alanrobert.com

Follow him on Twitter: @arobert

For all press inquiries, please contact: Leo Lavoro, Monolith Public Relations, LLC

(o) 201-530-5958, (c) 917.592.0716, leo@monolithpr.com

Alan Robert’s “Crawl to Me” (IDW Publishing) won the “Best Mini-Series of the Year” award, as voted by fans on ComicMonsters.com. ComicMonsters.com is the largest horror comic book news site in the world and part of the Horror News Network.

Winning this award was a great achievement for “Crawl to Me” creator and Life of Agony bassist, Alan Robert, considering the respected competitors in the category. The nominees included, best-selling author, Joe Hill’s “Locke & Key: Keys to the Kingdom”, Mike Mignola’s “Hellboy: The Fury”, “American Vampire: Survival of the Fittest”, and the extremely popular zombies/war series, “68″, among others.

View All 2011 Horror Comic Award Winners:
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In related news, Robert recently guest-starred on the Season Two premiere of TLC’s hit show, NY Ink, where he went under the needle by the show’s lead female tattoo artist, Megan Massacre. The segment focused on Robert’s life-long passion for creating comic books and how his twenty-year long, successful music career actually gave him time to hone his craft. The tattoo in which Megan inked on his leg was based on the cover artwork from Robert’s “Crawl to Me” graphic novel, in stores January 2012 (click here to purchase) originally painted by Menton3 (Monocyte, Silent Hill). The episode, “Kings of NY” will air again on TLC, Thursday January 5, 2012 at 8PM ET/PT.

For more information about Alan Robert, visit http://www.alanrobert.com

New York, NY – (December 20, 2011) – New York native – Alan Robert, best known for being the primary-songwriter/bassist for the respected hard rock group, Life of Agony, and most recently as the creator of the hit comic series’- Crawl To Me and Wire Hangers (IDW Publishing), guest stars on the Season Two premiere of TLC’s NY INK on Thursday, December 29 at 9 PM ET/PT.

The show’s star — Ami James, along with the rest of the Wooster Street Social Club crew, have welcomed celebrity guests into their shop before. Last season, Corey Taylor (lead vocalist of Slipknot and Stone Sour), Method Man (actor and rapper of the Wu-Tang Clan), LaMarr Woodley (linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers) and fashion designer, Robert Vaughn (Von Dutch) all got inked at Wooster St. and told their tattoo stories. On the upcoming Season Two premiere, titled “Kings of NY”, the show kicks off with Robert going under the needle by the program’s female standout tattoo artist — Megan Massacre.

“Wooster St. has some of the most amazing tattoo talent around, so I was thrilled to get my piece done by Megan. Her style is perfect for the ink I chose,” said Robert. “Being on the show was a trip and it was interesting to see, first hand, just what goes into making a hit series like this. I give the artists a lot of credit, too. It’s one thing to deliver kick-ass tattoos day in and day out… but it’s another thing to try and do that with a bunch of cameras jammed in your face. No pressure, right?!”

In related news, Robert’s Crawl To Me (IDW Publishing) graphic novel hits fine bookstores everywhere in January 2012. The book includes the entire, four-issue comic series, with an introduction written by legendary Thor artist, Walter Simonson, as well as a step-by-step glimpse into Robert’s artwork process. Click here to pre-order >

About Alan Robert:
Ain’t It Cool News called Alan Robert’s Crawl To Me horror comic series “Gorgeous & Terrifying!” Fangoria said, “Readers will be blown away by the story and artwork of this psychological thriller.” Crawl To Me received universal praise in the media and as a result, a feature film is now in the works with David A. Armstrong (SAW franchise) attached as the director. The compiled Crawl To Me (IDW Publishing) graphic novel hits fine bookstores everywhere in January 2012.

Robert’s first comic series, Wire Hangers, also in development to become a feature film, was published in 2010 by IDW. Created, written & illustrated by Robert, the series received the “Cover of the Year” award by ComícMonsters.com, beating out popular books such as Vampíra and Aliens Vs. Predator.

Robert is best known for being the primary-songwriter and bassist of the hard-rock group Life of Agony. He studied cartooning under Walt Simonson (The Mighty Thor) at The School of Visual Arts in New York City. He attended SVA on scholarship and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Life of Agony quickly made a name for themselves in the mid-nineties after releasing several albums through Roadrunner Records. The band continues to tour extensively throughout the world and has performed with the biggest names in rock, including Metallica, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Ozzy Osbourne. The group has headlined music festivals as large as 500,000 people in Europe and their music videos have aired all over the globe. The band developed a cult following and signed to major label, Epic Records/Sony in 2005. The group released its fourth studio album, “Broken Valley”, with lead single, “Love to Let You Down” which was nominated for a MTV2 Video of the Year Award. Life of Agony went on to sell over one million albums to date.

In 2007, Robert formed a NY-based punk-trio, Spoiler NYC, which he fronts. The group released their debut album, “Grease Fire in Hell’s Kitchen” (SOS Records) and toured to support it. The group recently posted two new songs produced by Grammy award-winning producer, Ken Lewis (Lenny Kravitz, Fall Out Boy, Beastie Boys) while they complete the recording of their follow-up album, “Banned in 38 States”.

Visit http://www.alanrobert.com for more information.

About TLC:

TLC is a global brand that celebrates extraordinary people and relatable life moments through innovative nonfiction programming. A top 10 cable network for women, TLC has built successful franchises around the Cake Boss and Say Yes to the Dress brands. In the first half of 2011, TLC had 23 series averaging 1.0 million viewers or more including Extreme Couponing, Sister Wives, 19 Kids and Counting, What Not To Wear, and NY Ink.

TLC is available in more than 99 million homes in the US and 75 million households in 34 countries internationally. A destination online, TLC.com offers in-depth fan sites, exclusive video content, and original editorial covering style, home, food, and more. Fans can also interact with TLC via On Demand services, on mobile platforms, including an iPhone App, and through social media such as Facebook or @TLC on Twitter. TLC is part of Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), the world’s number one nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.5 billion cumulative subscribers in over 210 countries and territories.

For more information on Alan Robert, and all of his related activities:

www.alanrobert.com

www.crawltomecomic.com

www.wirehangerscomic.com

www.lifeofagony.com

www.spoilernyc.com

www.wastedtalententertainment.com

For all press inquiries, please contact:

Leo Lavoro

Monolith Public Relations, LLC

201-530-5958

leo@monolithpr.com

Come meet Crawl to Me/Wire Hangers Creator, Alan Robert (of the band Life of Agony) at NY Comic-Con 2011, where he’ll be a guest speaker on two panels this Friday, October 14th, 2011. NY Comic-Con 2011 will take place at the Javits Center. Robert’s latest monthly comic series, Crawl to Me (IDW Publishing),  is in stores now. The final issue (#4) hits comic stores on November 9, 2011. The series will be compiled into a graphic novel for a 2012 release. Robert’s Wire Hangers graphic novel is currently being adapted into a feature film. For more information on Alan Robert, visit: alanrobert.com

Legal Panel – The Comic Book Publishing Agreement

Friday, October 14
2:45 pm – 3:45 pm

Location: 1B03

Speakers: Alan Robert, Sheafe B. Walker, Esq., Thomas A. Crowell, Esq.

Description:
Sure you’ve created a great comic book, but how do you get it published (other than on your own website)? Join attorneys Thomas A. Crowell and Sheafe B. Walker, and popular published comic book writer/artist Alan Robert (“Wire Hangers,” “Crawl to Me,” IDW Publishing) as they discuss how to hook and land a publisher, what to look for in a comic book publishing agreement, and how to get your comic from your computer and into the comic book store’s racks.

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Ain’t It Cool News COMICS: Horror on the Paneled Page

Friday, October 14
8:45 pm – 9:45 pm

Location: 1A22

Speakers: Alan Robert, Ben Templesmith, Brandon Seifert , Christopher Monfette, David Quinn , Mark L. Miller, Matt Pizzolo, Menton 3, Tim Seeley

Description:
Mark L. Miller (Ambush Bug on Ain’t It Cool News) hosts a discussion with comics’ top horror artists and writers focusing on what makes a good horror comic (and what doesn’t)! Learn how to make an effective horror comic from those who do it best with an in depth discussion about all things horror and comics followed by a q&a with the audience.

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Life of Agony bassist/horror comic creator, Alan Robert, is featured in the October, 2011 issue of Tattoo Magazine (#266). In the piece, he discusses what his tattoos signify in terms of his music, art and family. Take a read…

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Best known as the bassist/creative force behind the rock band Life of Agony, Alan Robert has also of late been cranking out wicked horror comics such as “Wire Hangers” and “Crawl to Me” for award-winning comics publisher IDW Publishing. Here, Robert describes his history with the medium and his transformation into a full-fledged comic author and illustrator. Read the full interview, here!

Also make sure to enter for a chance to win a custom ‘Crawl to Me’ Dean Deceiver X Guitar designed by Alan Robert, with custom artwork by Menton3!

Here’s your chance to win a free, one-year subscription to FANGORIA MAGAZINE, along with a custom CRAWL TO ME Guitar Hero/Rock Band guitar controller from ARTGUITAR (complete with Coffin Case)! Just enter here: http://www.crawltomecomic.com/contest

Life of Agony bassist/Wire Hangers creator, Alan Robert, will be kicking off the release of his new comic book series, Crawl to Me (IDW Publishing) with a special signing at FORBIDDEN PLANET (840 Broadway, New York, NY 10003) on Friday, July 22nd, 2011 at 6PM. Exclusive prizes will be given away in a random drawing! After the signing, come celebrate the launch at ANGELS & KINGS from 7-9PM (500 East 11th St., New York, NY 10009). A special guest DJ will be announced, spinning the best heavy music and don’t miss the Crawl to Me Cocktails!

CRAWL TO ME is a new horror comic book series published by IDW Publishing (30 Days of Night, Locke & Key, Zombies Vs Robots). Issue #1 hits comic shops on July 13th, 2011. For more information, visit crawltomecomic.com

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