Alan Robert Announces NYC Book Release Party and More October Appearances at New York Comic Con, Rock & Shock, and Chiller Theatre

LIFE OF AGONY'S ALAN ROBERT ANNOUNCES NYC BOOK RELEASE PARTY AND MORE OCTOBER APPEARANCES

Life of Agony is currently wrapping up production on its highly anticipated new studio album "A Place Where There's No More Pain" (Napalm Records), due in early 2017. This November and December, the group heads over to Europe for a full headlining tour, but before they do, LOA bassist/songwriter Alan Robert sets out to support the release of his best-selling, horror-themed adult coloring book at several events this October.

"The Beauty of Horror: A GOREgeous Coloring Book" (IDW Publishing) hits stores on October 4th and is already in its 2nd printing. Nerdist called it "The World's Creepiest Adult Coloring Book" and Pure Grain Audio hailed it as "a masterpiece." Alan Robert will appear at New York Comic Con, Rock and Shock, Chiller Theatre, and Thursday, October 13th at a very special New York City book release party at Dr. Martens' SoHo location: 148 Spring Street, NYC. The event will be held from 5 - 9pm, with food, drinks, and free giveaways while supplies last. Alan Robert will provide free customization with any footwear purchase! http://bit.ly/2d763hg

Alan Robert's October schedule is below. Find out more at TheBeautyOfHorror.com and AlanRobert.com, or follow Alan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/arobert

Sunday, Oct 2nd: The Rock Carnival

Life of Agony performs with Halestorm, The Used and many more. LOA on stage at 6:30pm. First Energy Park, 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, NJ 08701

http://therockcarnival.com

Tuesday, October 4th: The Beauty of Horror: A GOREgeous Coloring Book hits stores in the USA!

Friday, October 7th: New York Comic Con

Jacob Javits Center, NYC

Panel: Keeping Control of Your Comic, Part 1: Contracts for the Comic Book Creator

11:15am - 12:15pm, Room #1A05

Signing: 5 -6pm, IDW Publishing booth #1844

http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com

Thursday, October 13th: The Beauty of Horror Book Release Party at Dr. Martens store, 148 Spring Street, SoHo, NYC

5 - 9pm, Food, Drinks, Music + Free Customization with any footwear purchase

http://bit.ly/2d763hg

Friday, October 14th - Sunday, October 16th: Rock and Shock, DCU Center, Worcester, MA. (50 Foster Street, Worcester, MA 01608)

Signing all weekend + performing with The Rocking Dead on Saturday night, featuring Max & Iggor Cavalera of Sepultura/Soulfly

http://rockandshock.com

Friday, October 28th - Sunday, October 30th: Chiller Theatre, Sheraton, Parsippany Hotel, 199 Smith Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054

Signing all weekend! Fri. 6-11pm, Sat. 10am-7pm, Sun. 11am-4pm

http://chillertheatre.com

TAKE A CREEPY LOOK INSIDE ALAN ROBERT'S “THE BEAUTY OF HORROR: A GOREGEOUS COLORING BOOK”

[vimeo 176340332 w=640 h=360] The Beauty of Horror: A GOREgeous Coloring Book from Alan Robert on Vimeo.

Creator Alan Robert Invites Horror Fans to Color Their Hearts Out

From the twisted mind of Life of Agony’s Alan Robert (Killogy, Crawl to Me, Wire Hangers), his highly anticipated horror-themed coloring book for adults The Beauty of Horror: A GOREgeous Coloring Book will see an October release from IDW Publishing.

Take a closer look at Robert’s intricate, hand drawn, pen and ink illustrations with this new video: https://vimeo.com/176340332/fa997d715d

More illustrations can be found at: http://www.thebeautyofhorror.com

"Bookstores are filled with coloring books for adults, but there’s a huge void for the kind of creepy art that horror fans like me want to color, so I decided to create my own," Robert explains. "The world needs a book like this to cut through the mandalas! It’s art therapy for the abnormal…and trust me, there are plenty of us."

Pre-Order "The Beauty of Horror: A GOREgeous Coloring Book" at a REDUCED PRICE for a limited time from one of these fine booksellers...

Amazon: http://amzn.to/2aOZIbJ

Barnes & Noble: http://bit.ly/1UenMnf

Exclusive Line of "Killogy" Collectables Launches at Boston Comic Con from Skelton Crew Studio & Creator Alan Robert

Skelton Crew Studio, the sculpting house responsible for creating an array of high-end, limited edition replicas based on award-winning comics properties such as Locke &Key, Hellboy and CHEW, is excited to announce a new partnership with acclaimed comics creator Alan Robert to produce an exclusive line of collectables based on his hit comic Killogy (IDW Publishing).

The first products from the collection will make their debut at Boston Comic Con, July 31 - August 2, 2015. Two 16 oz. etched Killogy Pint Glasses will be available for purchase at Skelton Crew Studio's booth (D517), retailing at $10.99 each. One design features the voodoo artwork found in the comic, circled by an ominous warning of the impending apocalypse, and the other displays a bold Killogy skull logo. Each glass comes complete with a full-color, double-sided "Voodoo Brew" Drink Recipe Card, designed by Robert, using his signature artwork. So have a drink before the dead begin to rise from their graves — it just may be your last!

Product Specs:

Killogy “Logo Skull” 16oz. Pint Glass:

http://skeltoncrewstudio.bigcartel.com/product/killogy-logo-skull-pint-glass-new

Killogy “Voodoo Skull” 16oz Pint Glass:

http://skeltoncrewstudio.bigcartel.com/product/killogy-voodoo-skull-pint-glass-new

More products are already in the pipeline and are expected for an early 2016 release, including a plush severed head based on the sarcastic, wisecracking Killogy character One-Eye Tessio. Fans of the comic will not be surprised to discover that One-Eye comes packaged inside his trusty Italian Ices container, just like in the books.

“Killogy is such an original concept and an amazing read,” said Skelton Crew Studio head Israel Skelton. “Alan is a huge talent and clearly an idea machine. We couldn’t be more stoked to be working with him.”

Robert adds, "With a roster filled with comics greats like Mignola, Templesmith, Hill & Rodriguez, and Layman & Guillory, I am extremely humbled and flattered to be welcomed into the Skelton Crew family! They produce some of the best replicas I've seen around and they are completely dedicated to bringing each creator's vision to life."

Killogy received critical acclaim and was named one of Bloody Disgusting's Top 5 Best Mini-Series of 2013. It received two Ghastly Awards nominations and picked up a Horror Comic Award from The Horror News Network. The apocalyptic dark comedy is now in development to become an animated series starring Frank Vincent (Goodfellas, The Sopranos), Marky Ramone (the Ramones), Brea Grant (Heroes) and Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein (of the Misfits fame). The celebrities all appeared inside the pages of the comic as well. In May, Rolling Stone posted a six-minute animated teaser. The animation was produced by Robert's Wasted Talent Entertainment, in association with Squeeze Studio Animation and Rodney Barnes, the producer of The Boondocks. Check it out at http://www.killogyanimated.com

Alan Robert's Killogy: Gets Animated!

[embed]https://vimeo.com/126460719[/embed] Killogy is a high-energy, animated dark comedy from creator Alan Robert (Life Of Agony) based on his hit IDW Publishing comic series, in association with Squeeze Studio Animation and award-winning producer Rodney Barnes (The Boondocks, Everybody Hates Chris). Stars Frank Vincent (Goodfellas, The Sopranos), Marky Ramone (the Ramones), Brea Grant (Heroes, Dexter), and Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein (the Misfits) battle it out in apocalyptic-Brooklyn when an ancient voodoo curse wakes the dead and floods the city with blood. This outrageous premise and bizarre mash-up of punk rock royalty, wiseguy sarcasm, and over-the-top gore makes for one hilarious rollercoaster ride.

Killogy is being produced and developed under Robert’s Wasted Talent Entertainment banner, consisting of Robert, Chris White (V/H/S Viral) and Jeff Mazzola (Descent).

Killogy was nominated for Best Mini-Series (2013) and Best One-Shot (2014) at the Ghastly Awards and picked up a Horror Comic Award for Best Scene from ComicMonsters.com. Bloody Disgusting listed Killogy at #4 on their Top 10 Best Mini-Series of 2013. The Killogy: Halloween Special sold out within its first week of distribution and IDW immediately issued a second printing. The critically acclaimed Killogy graphic novel was recently translated in Portuguese for a Brazilian release through NFL Zine.

Killogy Animated Series website: killogyanimated.com

Killogy Comic Book Series website: killogycomic.com

Killogy Wins Best One-Shot of 2014!

IDW Publishing's Killogy Halloween Special, starring Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein of The Misfits and created by Life of Agony's Alan Robert, won Best One-Shot of 2014 horror comic award on ComicMonsters.com! Click here for more >

Alan Robert's Bass Guitar On Display at The Hard Rock Cafe!

Alan Robert's autographed bass guitar is currently on display at The Hard Rock Cafe in Cologne, Germany. 

Life of Agony's Alan Robert to Perform with Legendary Misfits Horror-Punk Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein at Rock and Shock Festival: Friday October 17th at Worcester Palladium

Life of Agony's Alan Robert will perform with legendary Misfits horror-punk Doyle Wolfgang Von Frankenstein at Rock and Shock Festival (Worcester Palladium) on Friday October 17th, 2014 as part of a supergroup named THE ROCKING DEAD. Robert's band Life of Agony will co-headline the festival with Gwar the following night (10/18/14). Robert's Killogy Halloween Special (IDW) comic book starring Doyle will be available for signing at the event. For more info: http://rockandshock.com/bands/

KILLOGY ANIMATED SERIES IN DEVELOPMENT FROM THE EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF THE BOONDOCKS

Award-winning executive producer/writer Rodney Barnes (The Boondocks, Everybody Hates Chris) has joined forces with Robert to develop an animated television series based on Killogy. Barnes and Robert will serve as executive producers on the series, with Barnes penning the screenplay for the pilot episode. Celebrities Frank Vincent, Marky Ramone and Brea Grant, who all appeared in the Killogy graphic novel, will now lend their voices to the show. Producers Chris White (My Super Psycho Sweet 16 franchise) and Jeff Mazzola (Descent) are also on board.

Killogy leverages a unique mix of humor, horror and pop culture to tell the unique tale of a group of murderers who inadvertently unleash an ancient voodoo curse upon New York. “For me, it’s all a bit surreal,” says Robert. “I basically get to mash-up some of my favorite childhood heroes, throw them into these outrageous situations, and sit back and imagine what happens next. The series practically writes itself!”

"I'm happy to see the worlds Alan has created extend into new areas beyond comics," said Chris Ryall, IDW's Chief Creative Office/Editor-in-Chief. "His comic books are so visually intriguing and the characters he's created so fully formed that they'll translate really well into animation and other areas. But I'm also glad that he's still doing more comics, and the Killogy one-shot sounds like a perfectly dark treat for Halloween, too."

Killogy was nominated for Best Mini-Series at the 2013 Ghastly Awards and picked up a Horror Comic Award for Best Scene from ComicMonsters.com. Bloody Disgusting listed Killogy at #4 on their Top 10 Best Mini-Series of 2013. The Killogy graphic novel was recently licensed out to territories outside of the U.S. and will see a Brazilian release this summer from publisher NFL ZINE. The book will be translated in Portuguese. Visit the official website for more info: http://www.killogycomic.com

DOYLE (EX-MISFITS) TEAMS UP WITH LIFE OF AGONY’S ALAN ROBERT FOR KILLOGY COMIC THIS HALLOWEEN

Ex-Misfits horror-punk legend Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein will star in a special Halloween edition of Killogy, a comic book created, written and illustrated by Life of Agony’s Alan Robert and published by IDW Publishing (Godzilla, Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles). The critically acclaimed Killogy graphic novel was originally released in 2013 with characters based on celebrities Frank Vincent (Goodfellas, Casino, The Sopranos), Marky Ramone (Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, the Ramones) and Brea Grant (Heroes, Dexter). The Halloween one-shot comic continues where the Killogy story left off and introduces new character, Doyle, as humanity’s last hope in a post-apocalyptic world flooded by an ocean of blood. The book will also feature a 10-page exclusive first-look at Robert’s forthcoming IDW series The Shunned One. Learn more, here: http://www.aintitcool.com/node/67307

Alan Robert's Killogy Nominated for Best Mini Series of 2013 at The Ghastly Awards!

It is a huge honor for Killogy to be Nominated for Best Mini Series of 2013 by The Ghastly Awards. The Ghastly Awards recognize outstanding achievements in Horror Comics over a range of 15 different categories. The nominees are chosen by other horror comic book professionals and winners are chosen by a panel of judges.

Alan Robert's KILLOGY Wins 2013 Horror Comic Award!

We are proud to announce that Alan Robert's KILLOGY, starring Goodfellas' Frank Vincent, The Ramones' Marky Ramone, and Heroes' Brea Grant won the Horror Comic Award for Best Scene of 2013 at ComicMonsters.com. Killogy was up against some stiff competition, including best-selling series Locke & Key and '68, among many others. To see a full list of award winners, CLICK HERE >

In related news, KILLOGY also came in at #4 on Bloody Disgusting's 2013 BEST COMICS MINI-SERIES LIST!
"Using the likeness of Brea Grant, Frank Vincent, and Marky Ramone, writer/artist Alan Robert lets loose on the tough-guy dialogue with his three hard-broiled anti-heroes. With an art style all his own, Robert is heavy on the shadows and rich with primary colors. With such striking illustrations and pulpy dialogue, there is no way your eyes can look away from this." —Bloody Disgusting
CLICK HERE >

Alan Robert's New York Comic Con 2013 Schedule

Alan Robert, bassist / songwriter for the band Life of Agony and the creator of critically acclaimed horror comic series Killogy, Crawl to Me, and Wire Hangers, is a guest and speaker at New York Comic Con 2013. Swing by Artist Alley (Table #BB18) to get your books or 'Life of Agony' memorabilia signed absolutely free! Alan will also be accepting commission requests for the first time ever.

Email guybannister@gmail.com to get your requests in prior to the show as spots will fill up quickly. Also catch Alan on two Thursday (10/10/13) panels: Protect and Publish It:  Room #1A03 (3-4pm, and 4:15-5:15pm). Visit AlanRobert.com for more details!

Alan Robert's San Diego Comic Con Schedule

If you're headed out to San Diego Comic Con next week, swing by the IDW Panel on Friday 7/19 at 4PM (Room 4) for a big announcement of my upcoming series! I'll also be signing at the IDW Booth (#2643) on Sunday 7/21 from 12-2pm. See ya there!

Killogy Trade Paperback (IDW): In Stores Now

THE KILLOGY TRADE PAPERBACK IS IN STORES.

BUY NOW: PRINT > | DIGITAL >

Killogy TPB Review…

"If you’ve not yet experienced the work of Alan Robert, Killogy is a perfect opportunity to jump in with both feet. The story is stellar and is elevated to an even greater height by splashed-out artwork that celebrates the plot’s pure carnage. Personally, I’d love to see this creator’s vision hit the big screen!"—Geeks of Doom
http://www.geeksofdoom.com/2013/06/19/comic-review-killogy

Bloody Disgusting Interview...

http://bloody-disgusting.com/news/3239019/interview-alan-robert-on-killogy-tarantino-zombie-cops/

For more info: http://www.killogycomic.com

Alan Robert's Artwork Appears in Giant-Sized Art Book: TOME, Volume One "Vampirism" by 44Flood

Yesterday, I received the ginormous art book TOME from 44Flood. This thing is a monster! I'm extremely proud and incredibly humbled that my artwork was included alongside some of the most talented folks I know. Contributors included Dave McKean, Bill Sienkiewicz, Menton3, Riley Rossmo, Ben Templesmith, and many, many others. The theme was Vampirism... here's my piece "Cups Floweth Over." Book details, here >

Killogy #3 (IDW) is IN STORES NOW!

BUY NOW: PRINT > | DIGITAL >

Killogy #3 Comic Reviews...

Giant Fire Breathing Robot: “This is a great comic. Alan Robert is one of the fresh voices of comics today… I hold him up with such creator-owned demi-Gods as Mike Mignola, Steve Niles, and Eric Powell.” Read Full Review >

Bloody Disgusting: “One of the most original and unique comics you’ll ever lay your eyes on.” Read Full Review >

Horror Talk 5/5 Stars Review: “Alan Robert comes in with Killogy and breathes new life into the zombie genre… he’s created a great story and backed it up with some dynamite art. And he’s not done yet!” Read Full Review >

The Lottery Party: “The whole issue is flawless in every way.” Read Full Review >

Comic Monsters: Killogy #3 is excellent and full of all the blood and guts and New York style verbal altercations we come to love and expect. Issue #3 is a must read for Killogy fans!” Read Full Review >

Official Killogy Website >

Killogy Contest: "What's Frank Vincent Gonna Say Next?!"

Goodfellas and The Sopranos actor Frank Vincent is world famous for delivering some of the best, wise-ass lines ever heard in mob films and on TV. His character Billy Batts gave new meaning to the word "shinebox." Most recently, Frank Vincent joined forces with Marky Ramone and Brea Grant to appear as Sally "Sno-Cones" in the hit comic book series Alan Robert's Killogy (IDW Publishing). Here's your chance to put some words in Frank's mouth! Enter the Killogy "What's Frank Vincent Gonna Say Next?!" Contest by simply posting what you think he should say in the comic panel.

Facebook: Post a comment for the comic panel, located here: http://on.fb.me/UQf6oX

Twitter: Hashtag #Killogy with your tweet

Contest ends on Friday, February 1st, 2013, 4pm EST. The winner who posts the funniest, wise-ass line of dialogue gets an original sketch and autographed comic by Killogy creator Alan Robert. For more info on Killogy, visit the official website: http://www.killogycomic.com

Alan Robert's Severed Heads: 2013 Calendar of Horrors

2013 Calendar of Horrors: Alan Robert Previews the Fright Flicks Coming Out This Year!

A Detailed Look at "Crawl to Me": Limited Edition Hardcovers from IDW Limited & Alan Robert

http://youtu.be/T59uJlHdm9Q View Details on IDW Limited > 

"Crawl to Me" is a critically acclaimed and award winning graphic novel written and illustrated by Alan Robert (Killogy, Wire Hangers). This psychological thriller is currently in development to become a full-length, live action feature film with a screenplay written by TJ Cimfel and David White.

"The Red Label Edition also comes with an original hand-drawn sketch from Alan Robert that is numbered and signed. The original art comes in it’s own binder that fits nicely inside the slipcase as well. I’ve been a big fan of Robert for a while and having an original sketch from him is a welcome addition to my collection." —Bloody Disgusting

Check out the full review >

IDW Limited (http://www.idwlimited.com) proudly presents two limited edition books: The Red Label book is hand-signed by Alan Robert and comes with a hardcover artist's portfolio containing a sketch from Alan, finished with expert gray wash and fine pencil. The Black Label edition is hand-signed by Alan Robert and comes with a full-color illustration by him.

- Custom limited-edition slipcase - Hand-crimped signature page mounted inside the book - Hand-drawn artwork housed in an accompanying artist's portfolio - Dust Jacket Cover by Menton3 - Introduction by Walter Simonson

Collects the complete four-issue series of Crawl To Me as well as a full cover gallery and sample script from Alan Robert

Stamped with the IDW Limited Red Foil Imprint

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