The Press Release:
In anticipation of the international launch of DC’s runaway 2020 hit limited series, Dark Nights: Death Metal, the publisher announced today plans to collaborate with seven of the most renowned metal music bands for Dark Nights: Death Metal – Band Edition. Representing a cross-section of metal music from across genres and generations, each special edition will feature a variant cover spotlighting a different metal band, an introduction from the band and exclusive interview. The lineup includes:
Issue #1: Featured band: Megadeth – Cover artist: Juanjo Guarnido
Issue #2: Featured band: Ghost – Cover artist: Werther Dell’ Edera
Issue #3: Featured band: Lacuna Coil – Cover artist: Timpano / Antonio Fuso
Issue #4: Featured band: Opeth – Cover artist: Mathieu Lauffray
Issue #5: Featured band: Sepultura – Cover artist: Albuquerque / Pedro Mauro
Issue #6: Featured band: Dream Theater – Cover artist: Santi Casas
Issue #7: Featured band: Ozzy Osbourne – Cover artist: Marco Mastrazzo
The Dark Knights: Death Metal seven-issue series event will launch in 13 countries internationally in March and rollout throughout 2021.
Dark Nights: Death Metal, from the bestselling team of writer Scott Snyder and artist Greg Capullo, launched in the U.S in June 2020. Dark Knights: Death Metal is the sequel to the smash-hit 2017-18 series Dark Nights: Metal, which brought widespread changes to the DC universe and introduced fans to the Dark Multiverse and a runaway-hit villain, the Batman Who Laughs. When the Earth is enveloped by the Dark Multiverse, the Justice League is at the mercy of the Batman Who Laughs. Humanity struggles to survive in a hellish landscape twisted beyond recognition, while Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman, who have all been separated, fight to survive.
The seven single issues with the Band edition variant covers will be published monthly in eight countries: France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina and Turkey. For the Collectors’ Omnibus Edition featuring additional bonus content, these eight countries will be joined by Russia, Poland, Czech Republic, Korea and Japan. DC’s international publishing partners from each participating country will announce their respective release dates with press releases soon, so check out their social media for the latest information. For more information about Dark Nights: Death Metal and the World’s Greatest Super Heroes, visit the website at www.dcomics.com, and follow on social media @DCComics and @thedcnation.
*** end of transmission ***
PiercingMetal Thoughts: Sadly I didn’t read this mini-series when it hit the racks last year and though I had interest by the time I had remembered it was coming out, I had already missed a few issues. Let’s face it, not a lot of the comic stores were getting their regular stock in place in a timely fashion and as you might recall, DC Comics ended their ties with Diamond Comics Distribution (discussed HERE) and that found a lot of the local comic book shops having to chase around issues to satisfy customer needs. Now you might notice that this will not be a stateside release but I am sure if enough of you clamor at their social media profiles that they will release some sort of special edition collected edition to compensate for the oversight. As I post this I am finding myself more curious about the story and might be looking into the back issues at some of the larger retailer outlets since they might have the proper stock. Feel free to chime in with your opinion on this and don’t forget to keep supporting your own local comic store and double checking your weekly pull list so they have what you need on hand. The little guys are definitely suffering during this chaotic viral epidemic time and you know you need your entertainment. See you next time around. Stay safe out there.
Official Website: http://www.dccomics.com
