Wednesday, December 2, 2020

Comic Book Pick 12/2/20

 This week, the comic book I am excited to read is...

CIVIL WAR: MARVELS SNAPSHOTS #1

(W) Saladin Ahmed (A/CA) Ryan Kelly
In the heart of the Civil War event, a human story unfolds. A S.H.I.E.L.D. agent, doing his best to do the job with honor - but is that possible anymore? A young, low-level super hero, trying to help his neighbors - but that's not even legal any more. The two come together in a story that'll test their commitment, ideals, hopes and dreams, by Hugo-Award-winning writer Saladin Ahmed (Miles Morales: Spider-Man, The Magnificent Ms. Marvel) and artist Ryan Kelley (Lucifer, Stranger Things). Featuring Captain America, Giant-Man, Maria Hill and more.
SRP: $4.99
Synopsis Provided By: PreviewsWorld.com 

Monday, November 30, 2020

Throwback Jam of the Week: 11/30/20

  Throw on your oversized plaid shirt, and ride in your Jeep as we take you back to the 90s! Without further ado, here is the 20 Years Before 2000 THROWBACK JAM OF THE WEEK!

Artist: Nine
Song: Whutcha Want
Album: Nine Livez (1994)
Peak Billboard Hot 100 Position: 50
Bonus Fun Fact: This song was Nine's highest charting of his career. It samples "The Dock of the Bay" by The Staple Singers, "Spinning Wheel" by Lonnie Smith, "Catch A Groove" by Juice and "Best of My Love" by The Emotions.

Thursday, November 26, 2020

Happy Thanksgiving 2020!

This Thanksgiving will look very different from years past. Myself, my wife and our 3 kids will be staying home this year, but just as she does with everything else, my wife is going big with the Turkey Day feast. She is making us a feast consisting of turkey, macaroni & cheese, stuffing, cranberry sauce, rolls, seafood salad, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, deviled eggs, pecan cheese cake, cookies and pumpkin pie! It is going to be amazing! I am truly thankful for my wife and the rest of my family. This year would really suck without them around. I hope all of you have a great Thanksgiving full of food, family (probably via Zoom) and football! If you have the time I've posted some festive retro Thanksgiving commercials and specials below for you to enjoy.







Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Comic Book Pick 11/25/20

 This week, the comic book I am most excited to read is...

USAGI YOJIMBO: WANDERERS ROAD #1

(W) Stan Sakai (A) Stan Sakai (CA) Peach Momoko
The next chapter of classic Usagi stories begins, newly colored! Usagi begins his adventures in earnest with the quintessential tale "The Tower" wherein Usagi gets himself into a very precarious predicament all thanks to a mischievous lizard!
SRP: $3.99
Synopsis Provided By: PreviewsWorld.com 

Monday, November 23, 2020

Throwback Jam of the Week: 11/23/20

  Throw on your sweet suit, and dig on me as we take you back to the 90s! Without further ado, here is the 20 Years Before 2000 THROWBACK JAM OF THE WEEK!

Artist: After 7
Song: Can't Stop
Album: After 7 (1990)
Peak Billboard Hot 100 Position: 6
Bonus Fun Fact: After 7 was comprised of Melvin & Kevon Edmonds (older brothers of Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds) and Keith Mitchell. This was their 4th single off the album "After 7" and became a #1 R&B charts hit.

Friday, November 20, 2020

Best of the 80's LOOTCRATE!

 
I have seen these LOOTCRATE boxes at Walmart & Target stores before, but have passed on them time after time. Sometimes they would have some cool stuff in them, but never anything that would make me drop $30-$40. Then on a recent trip to Walmart, I saw this "Best of the 80's" box on clearance for $14.95! This time the price was low enough that I felt I could endulge myself! Here's what was inside.
Ghostbusters Drawstring Backpack
I really like the Proton Pack print on this pack, but to be honest...it's kind of flimsy and just never feels right on my shoulders. I may never use it, but it did come in handy this past Halloween as my wife used it as part of her Abby Yates GB costume!
Back To The Future II Replica Hoverboard
This piece was AWESOME! The hoverboard looks like it came straight from the movie, even without the "Mattel" branding. It came in it's own padded box and also included a certificate of authenticity. My only issue with this, is that the board itself can't be removed from the mirrored base. I know it's supposed to be a presentation piece, but it would have been cool to use as an accessory for some of my action figures.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Magnets
I like the "old school" design on these. The TMNT look like they just lept from my TV during a cartoon filled Saturday morning! I don't really have a need for more magnets right now, so these guys will stay in their package until the call of duty arises and the Green Teens are needed to hold my kids artwork on the fridge!
Golden Girls Mug
This cup alone was worth the $14.95 price tag! The girls look stunning and it always brings a smile to my face to see these sassy ladies on any item. I don't drink coffee, so I may pass this item on to my wife. She always appreciates a good mug and it's a simple way for me to say "Thank you for being a friend".
Big Trouble in Little China/Escape From New York Comic
This has to be my favorite item from this box. I had actually wanted to pick up this comic back when it was released back in 2016, but when I got to my comic shop, they were sold out. Eventually I forgot about the book until I saw this LOOTCRATE Exclusive version included in the box. Big Trouble is one of my favorite 80's action flicks and I can't wait to read this book!
Well, there it is. 5 solid items ripped from the 80's for only $14.95! If I see some more of these boxes for that price, I just may have to pick them up. Do you own any of these boxes? What are your thoughts on Lootcrate? Let me know in the comments below! Thanks for reading.

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Comic Book Pick 11/18/20

 This week, the comic book that I am most excited to read is...

SYMBIOTE SPIDER-MAN KING IN BLACK #1

(W) Peter David (A/CA) Greg Land
Knull, the KING IN BLACK, has set his sights on Earth - but as avid Marvelites already know, his hand has been at work at the edge of the Marvel Universe for years! IN THIS SERIES, witness one of Knull's earliest attempts at birthing life from the darkness of non-creation! From superstar creators PETER DAVID and GREG LAND comes a titanic tie-in tale to this year's winter epic KING IN BLACK!
SRP: $4.99
Synopsis Provided By: PreviewsWorld.com