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December 2, 2015

ComicPop Reviewed by Erin in Libraryland

I want to thank Erin Lougheed for an awesome review and her blog Erin in Libraryland. It’s great to hear that the shows are being enjoyed!

Check out her blog here: http://erininlibraryland.blogspot.com/

Monday, 9 November 2015

It’s a Bird…It’s a Plane…It’s Library Podcasts: A Review On comicpoplibrary.com

Hello everyone! Remembrance Day, along with the promise of a few snowflakes, is approaching us Canadians. November is definitely a good time to check out plenty of books and other materials about World War I and World War II.

I remember back in high school, our classes had to present a play based on the famous war poem “In Flanders Fields”. It was actually quite fun to do at the time, and we tried our best to impact the audience, given the solemn nature of the topic. Anyway, I hope you Canadians take the time to wear your poppies (even if you can’t get them to stay on your coat, as is always the case) and remember the sacrifices of our soldiers made.

Regarding today’s topic, I was browsing along the corners of the Internet trying to find podcasts centered around libraries.

Although a lot of podcasts for libraries happen to revolve around either library instruction or library policies (which is always great information to take in for library staff), I was specifically looking for ones that provided a focus on reviewing materials.

Because gosh darn it, I sometimes like my podcasts to not contain dry topics.

To my delight, I found the perfect marriage between the library world and the review world. Who exactly is this podcast superhero, you may ask?

comicpoplibrary.com, of course!

comicpoplibrary.com specializes in critiquing comic books, graphic novels, anime, manga, television shows, and even music. It all gloriously culminates into one big “geek” utopia.

As I listened to their podcasts, it all melted my little nerdy heart. Kapow and boom, indeed.

Reading into their purpose, comicpoplibrary.com’s content is reviewed by librarians and teenagers, with their podcast lengths usually hitting the 30 minute mark. I think what I like most about their podcasts is the amount of enthusiasm the hosts bring. You can tell they really like what they do and they have a good flow to their segments.

With their podcasts, I feel the comicpoplibrary.com team has done a great job in gaining the attention of patrons looking to find the next great comic book or television show.

By keeping the content concise and entertaining, patrons will have a harder time feeling alienated on the subject matter.

I also think that comicpoplibrary.com’s podcasts are excellent resources for school or public libraries looking to purchase materials, as the team goes into great detail about each item they review.

For example, in Ep 4 ComicPop Heroes Take on “Wraith”, the hosts analyze the artwork contained within the item. Such attention to detail can be quite helpful to those building library collections.

In short, I think podcast-lovers and library staff should give these podcasts a shot. In any case, they provide a good starting point for libraries looking to expand their comic book and graphic novel collections.

You can find all their episodes on their website, or you can tune in to some episodes on Itunes like I did:

http://comicpoplibrary.com/category/podcasts/

It just goes to show that heroes and heroines are all around us, from soldiers to reviewers. Now it’s time for me to fly away at supersonic speeds!

November 30, 2015December 2, 2015

Ep 4 ComicPop Gets Animated with Big Hero 6

Join Lenny, Jonathon, and Richard in San Fransokyo where a new threat has emerged to terrorize the city’s residents. Watch the beginning of a Superhero team who take on this new Super Villian in Big Hero 6.

oin us for another fun episode by listening above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

Remember if you have a novel, graphic novel, movie/television series or an indie band you want us to check out let us know and we will put it in our review rotation list. Also if you have a question or comment send us an e-mail at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will read it during a recording. Thank you again for everyone that listens and supports us, we are steadily growing thanks to you. So keep spreading the word about ComicPop Library to everyone you think might enjoy the show.

What we reviewed in this episode:

1) Big Hero 6 (Blu-ray+DVD+Digital HD), Don Hall – Director, Walt Disney Studios, 2015. ASIN: B00O4ZC57I, $39.99.

Music clips used in this episode:

1) “Immortals”, Big Hero 6 Limited Edition Soundtrack, Fall Out Boy, Walt Disney Records, 2014.

Links:

http://www.actionfiguremuseum.com/site/ – Toy and Action Figure Museum Website.

https://www.facebook.com/actionfigmuseum – Toy and Action Figure Museum Facebook Page.

https://www.facebook.com/kevin.stark.144?fref=ts – Kevin Stark’s Facebook Page.

http://starkartstudioandgallery.com/ – Kevin Stark’s Art Studio and Gallery Website.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stark-Art-Studio-Gallery/145835478794641?pnref=lhc – Kevin Stark’s Art Studio and Gallery Facebook Page.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page

November 30, 2015

Molly Moore’s Music Video for “Peace of My Heart”

Molly Moore recently shared with ComicPop her single “Peace of my Heart”. She has just released her music video for “Peace of my Heart” and wanted to share it with all our ComicPop listeners. So take a break and watch Molly’s music video for “Peace of my Heart” through her Vevo YouTube channel – Richard:

November 30, 2015

New Animated Mercedes-Benz Commercial

The J-Pop group Perfume gets animated in a commercial for Mercedes-Benz’ new A-Class Sport Compact. Yoshiyuki Sadamoto designed the CG Animation featuring Perfume and the animated group dances and sings a song penned by their producer Yasutaka Nakata. Thanks for sharing through MercedesBenzJapan’s YouTube channel:

November 30, 2015

REL gets “Gooey’

REL is sharing with us her cover of “Gooey”. “Gooey” is definitely an electro/pop single that has an infectious rhythm. Your body is moving to the music before you know it. “Gooey” is groovy and almost has a psychedelic feel to it as well. I could see this one playing in a night club. Take a listen to REL’s “Gooey” through SoundCloud – Richard:

November 30, 2015

Starbase Studios GoFundMe Campaign

Did you ever want to be a part of Star Trek but didn’t know how? Here is your chance. Starbase Studios, located in Oklahoma City, has set up a GoFundMe campaign to build an additional set to assist film makers create Star Trek fan films. The Studio already has a Classic 360 Constitution Class Ship bridge, a two person medical bay, and a transporter room (in the construction phase nearing completion). The GoFundMe campaign is to help the Studio raise $3,500 to create a Briefing Room as the next set.

The Briefing Room was selected because, as Vance Major stated in our interview with him, is because it can be redressed into several different sets i.e. Captain’s Quarters, Mess Hall, Cargo Bay or Rec. Room. Remember Starbase Studios is a nonprofit entity and they allow filmmakers to film their fan films at no charge. As a GoFundMe campaign this is a realistic campaign that can be achieve with your help.

So become part of Star Trek by following the link and donate to Starbase Studios GoFundMe Campaign:

https://www.gofundme.com/mccbq798

November 25, 2015January 7, 2016

Ep 12 ComicPop…corn Movies – Transformers Franchise Pt 2

Ep 11 ComicPop…corn Movies – Transformers Franchise Pt. 2

The ComicPop Crew is back with the second look back at the Transformers franchise with the second movie, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.

For another fun time listen above, at www.comicpoplibrary.com, or wait until later today and it will be up on our iTunes feed.

Remember if you have a novel, graphic novel, movie/television series or an indie band you want us to check out let us know by e-mailing us at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will put it in our review rotation list. Also if you have a question or comment send us an e-mail at admin@comicpoplibrary.com and we will read it during a recording. Thank you again for everyone that listens and supports us, we are steadily growing thanks to you. So keep spreading the word about ComicPop Library to everyone you think might enjoy the show.

Items Reviewed:

1) Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Michael Bay – Director, DreamWorks, 2009. ASIN: B002IPFWTE, $19.99.

Music Drops Used:

1) “Prime”, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, The Score, Steve Jablonsky, Reprise Records, 2009.

Links:

http://younglyonsmusic.com/ – Young Lyons Website

https://www.facebook.com/younglyonsmusic – Young Lyons Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/ComicPop-Library/135675669828474?fref=ts – ComicPop Library’s Facebook Page

November 25, 2015

Jackson Breit “Wouldn’t Change a Thing”

Get ready to get your groove on! Jackson Breit releases the single “Wouldn’t Change a Thing” from his upcoming Shades of Marmalade EP. This single has a smooth Soul sound to it and Jackson’s voice fits this genre perfectly and I wouldn’t change a thing about this either. Take a listen to “Wouldn’t Change a Thing” that Jackson Breit is sharing with ComicPop listeners through SoundCloud – Richard:

November 25, 2015

DC’s Legends of Tomorrow Trailer

The CW gives us a new trailer for the upcoming DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. This show looks to be as well made as Arrow and Flash so I’m definitely excited. Check out the trailer through TV on CBR’s YouTube channel:

November 25, 2015

Shred Kelly’s “Family Oh Family” Music Video

Shred Kelly is giving ComicPop listeners another treat. This time the group takes their styling and works up the single “Family Oh Family”. Very catchy tune and the give us a humorous music video to share with you through their YouTube channel. So check out “Family Oh Family” by Shred Kelly – Richard: