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Judas Priest and Z2 Comics announce ‘Screaming for Vengeance’ graphic novel

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Z2 Comics has partnered with heavy metal legends Judas Priest for an original graphic novel to be released in 2022, in time for the return of Comic Con International and the 40th anniversary of the band’s highest-selling album of all time: ‘Screaming for Vengeance’.

Produced with writers Rantz Hoseley (Comic Book Tattoo, the Heroin Diaries) and Neil Kleid (Savor), and artist Christopher Mitten (Hellboy and the B.P.R.D.), the novel is set 500 years from now, when a ring of cities orbit high above the surface of a dead world, controlled by a ruling elite that maintains power through manipulation and brutality. When a naive engineer inadvertently threatens the status quo with his vital scientific discovery – a bloodstone – he is betrayed by those he trusted and cast out to the broken planet below.  In the wreckage and desolation of a broken world where every day is a battle for survival, he must choose between accepting his new life in exile… or SCREAMING FOR VENGEANCE.

The graphic novel includes an extensive interview with original cover artist Doug Johnson in which he discusses the process of creating the award-winning album cover design, and the origin of the metallic bird of prey, now known as The Hellion. Additionally, as part of the expansion of Z2’s product offerings, newly appointed Z2 Vice President of Collectibles and Aggronautix founder Clint Weiler has designed a detailed Hellion statue, with battery-operated LED “electric eyes” in celebration of both the original album design, and the dramatic conclusion of the story in the Screaming for Vengeance graphic novel.

Judas Priest: Screaming for Vengeance will be released in both softcover and hardcover formats in selected bookstores, comic shops and record stores in July 2022, with special limited deluxe and super deluxe versions featuring an exclusive anniversary vinyl LP, prints and more, available to preorder now exclusively through the Z2 website.

Motorhead and Judas Priest slow it down for Rock N’ Roll Colouring books

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Taking a break from the sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll, Motorhead and Judas Priest are slowing things down a little, as the iconic rock bands move into the serenity of the adult colouring book trend.

In a new deal brokered by Global Merchandising Services, the two groups have partnered with Rock N’ Roll Colouring to launch the first, officially endorsed colouring books, featuring iconic artwork from classic albums.

‘Each book allows you to raise the horns in celebration of two of Heavy Metal’s most legendary and important bands, letting your imagination run riot as you create your own personalised versions of your favourite designs,’ read a statement from the firm.

Each book in the series contains renderings of each image, with detailed outlines for fans to unleash their artistic skills using pens, pencils, or paint.

Rock N’ Roll fans was devised and created by two life long rock and heavy metal devotees and colouring book fans.

‘Every effort has gone into making sure these books do justice to the legacy of both Motorhead and Judas Priest, and gives fans another reason to enjoy some of the most beautiful and creative artwork from these bands,’ said the company.

‘Not only that, colouring has proven significant mental health benefits including mindfulness, relaxation, and increased focus, and can be enjoyed by any age group. These two books provide hours of creative and restful activity that combines a love of the music with a love of the art,’ it added.

Both books will be published on November 2 this year and will be available for worldwide shipping.

Motorhead and Judas Priest slow it down for Rock N’ Roll Colouring books

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Taking a break from the sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll, Motorhead and Judas Priest are slowing things down a little, as the iconic rock bands move into the serenity of the adult colouring book trend.

In a new deal brokered by Global Merchandising Services, the two groups have partnered with Rock N’ Roll Colouring to launch the first, officially endorsed colouring books, featuring iconic artwork from classic albums.

‘Each book allows you to raise the horns in celebration of two of Heavy Metal’s most legendary and important bands, letting your imagination run riot as you create your own personalised versions of your favourite designs,’ read a statement from the firm.

Each book in the series contains renderings of each image, with detailed outlines for fans to unleash their artistic skills using pens, pencils, or paint.

Rock N’ Roll fans was devised and created by two life long rock and heavy metal devotees and colouring book fans.

‘Every effort has gone into making sure these books do justice to the legacy of both Motorhead and Judas Priest, and gives fans another reason to enjoy some of the most beautiful and creative artwork from these bands,’ said the company.

‘Not only that, colouring has proven significant mental health benefits including mindfulness, relaxation, and increased focus, and can be enjoyed by any age group. These two books provide hours of creative and restful activity that combines a love of the music with a love of the art,’ it added.

Both books will be published on November 2 this year and will be available for worldwide shipping.