“CRAWL TO ME” (IDW) GRAPHIC NOVEL SELLS OUT DAYS AFTER RELEASE. “SAW” CINEMATOGRAPHER ATTACHED TO DIRECT LIVE-ACTION FILM ADAPTATION
January 10th, 2012 § Leave a Comment
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
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Alan Robert’s “Crawl to Me” (IDW) wins “Best Mini-Series of the Year” award
January 1st, 2012 § Leave a Comment
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:
http://www.horrornewsnetwork.net/ftopict-17430.html
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
LIFE OF AGONY BASSIST/COMIC BOOK CREATOR – ALAN ROBERT GUEST STARS ON THE SEASON TWO PREMIERE OF TLC’S HIT SERIES “NY INK”
December 17th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
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.
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Meet ‘Crawl to Me’/'Wire Hangers’ Creator, Alan Robert (of Life of Agony) at New York Comic-Con 2011
October 13th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
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.
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.
Alan Robert Featured in Tattoo Magazine #266 (Oct. 2011)
August 12th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
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…
Alan Robert Talks Horror Comics + Guitar World Contest!
August 1st, 2011 § Leave a Comment
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!
“Crawl to Me” Comic Series (IDW) Contest – Sponsored by FANGORIA!
July 1st, 2011 § Leave a Comment
Win a FREE One Year Subscription to FANGORIA & More!
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
Alan Robert Signing at Forbidden Planet, NYC July 22nd @ 6PM! After Party at Angels & Kings 7-9PM
June 15th, 2011 § Leave a Comment
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
“Wire Hangers” Film in Development and New Horror Comic Series, “Crawl to Me” (IDW), to be Published in July!
March 29th, 2011 § 1 Comment
Alan Robert, best known for being the bassist and creative force behind the respected hard rock group, Life of Agony, has formed a new film production company, called Wasted Talent Entertainment. The first project in the pipeline is a live-action film adaptation of Robert’s own horror/crime graphic novel, Wire Hangers. Robert created, wrote and illustrated the book last year, which was published by award-winning comics publisher, IDW Publishing (30 Days of Night, Locke and Key, Zombies Vs. Robots). IDW’s CEO, Ted Adams, is on board as the film’s Executive Producer, with Robert and ZAM Entertainment’s Jeff Mazzola (Descent, Under New Management, Kiss Me Again) attached as Producers. Teaser poster art for the film reveals Wire Hangers’ main character, Cypra, in full costume designed by Robert Hall of Almost Human FX (The Crazies, Paranormal Activity 2, Devil). Wasted Talent Entertainment is actively pursuing a short list of choice directors and screenwriters for the film. Visit the official movie website, at wirehangersmovie.com.
In related news, IDW Publishing will release Robert’s new original horror comic mini-series, Crawl to Me, beginning monthly in July 2011. Crawl to Me is created, written and illustrated by Robert and boasts three unique covers per issue. Cover artists include Robert, Silent Hill: Past Life painter, Menton J. Matthews III and UK illustrator, David Lupton. Visit the official website, at crawltomecomic.com.
Crawl to Me takes place in an isolated country town during the frigid winter months. The story centers on a young family as they cope with a series of disturbing events that force them to question their relationship, their faith and their very existence. When husband and wife, Ryan and Jessica, move into their first home together, strange things begin to occur. Half-eaten animals and other remains are found inside the basement’s crawl space. Their family dog disappears within the house. Distant voices are heard from beneath the floorboards. The couple begins to think that an evil entity is living inside their walls. Nothing can prepare them for what they’ll discover, but Ryan and Jessica soon realize that they must set aside all they believe to be true, in order to face their inevitable reality.
“I couldn’t have been happier to do Wire Hangers with Alan,” said Chris Ryall, IDW’s Chief Creative Officer, “and to see him stretch in different areas here is even more gratifying. This is a dark, psychologically affecting and surprisingly intimate story that I’m happy to foist on an unsuspecting comic-reading public. Put another way, if you survived Wire Hangers with any part of your psyche intact, Crawl to Me should help finish the job.”
“All my life, I’ve been told that I have a warped and twisted imagination. So, with these horror stories, I’m finally putting my morbid thoughts to good use,” says Robert. “When Wire Hangers was received so well by comic and horror fans last year, it really inspired me to continue creating stories in the medium. With Crawl to Me, I wanted to go even darker, but, don’t be fooled. This is not your typical, run-of-the-mill, haunted house story. It’s more of a thriller, filled with a ton of demented mind-games that will keep you guessing. Think of it like a Twilight Zone episode on steroids.”
Wire Hangers Graphic Novel (IDW Publishing) In Stores Now!
February 18th, 2011 § 2 Comments
Wire Hangers: Graphic Novel Cover
In 2010, Life of Agony bassist/Spoiler NYC front man, Alan Robert, joined forces with IDW Publishing to release his horror/conspiracy graphic novel Wire Hangers. The collected series (issues 1-4) was created, written and illustrated by Robert. The book is IN STORES NOW. Horror fans should be excited about the cover (designed by Sam Shearon), which features slasher fan-favorite, Nick Principe (Laid to Rest’s Chrome Skull) in full make-up as Wire Hangers anti-hero, Cypra. Hollywood’s master creature designer, Robert Hall and his Almost Human SFX studio provided the Cypra costume design. Robert Hall’s work has appeared in such popular films as Devil, Paranormal Activity 2 and The Crazies. The graphic novel also features an introduction written by legendary comic artist, Michael J. Zeck (The Punisher Limited Series) as well as an in-depth, exclusive interview with Wire Hangers creator, Alan Robert, by A Comic Book Orange‘s Casey McKinnon.
