An all new era for the X-Men begins in Generation Hope #1, from acclaimed writer Kieron Gillen and artist Salva Espin! The enigmatic and immensely powerful Hope Summers has escaped death squads, jaunted across the timestream and made her way into the ranks of the Uncanny X-Men, but her trials are just beginning! With Hope’s arrival in the present triggering the emergence of mutant children all around the globe, she’s headed to Japan —  

Marvel is pleased to present your first look at Tron: Original Movie Adaptation #1, from acclaimed author Peter David and rising star artist Mirco Pierfederici along with covers by Greg Land and a stunning variant cover by Salvador Larocca! In anticipation of Walt Disney Pictures’ 3D high-tech adventure, TRON: LEGACY, in theaters on Dec. 17, 2010,  

This is the biggest change in Peter Parker’s life in years and it’s all happening in Amazing Spider-Man #648, from the new ongoing creative team of fan-favorite Spidey Scribe Dan Slott and red hot artist Humberto Ramos!  

Eternal Descent comic book presales for issue #5 are now available. Issue #5 features guitarists Dan Jacobs and Travis Miguel of popular metal band Atreyu . In the storyline inspired by the Atreyu song “Black Days Begin” from the album “Congregation of the Damned”, the battle of Wayne Static from the previous issue has left the city in smoldering ruins and Lyra Constance burning with a new determination: find Loki and bring his reign of madness to an end once and for all. But in Loki’s lair, nothing is ever as it seems. What looks like a way in could be a perilous trap lying in wait.  

Resident Super Woman Gail Simone speaks to Metalmachine.net from the ever humongous NY Comic Con 2010.  

One 1/2 of the DC big Kahuna’s, Mr. Dan DiDio spoke to Metalmachine.net from the floor of the NY Comic Con – 2010. Check out what DiDio had to say about the new team at DC, The Outsiders and acting it out!?  

Metalmachine.net continues its jaunt through the caverns of this years (2010) NY Comic Con. Up next…the one and only Billy Tucci. Check out his 3 minute version of Batman!!!  

A few months ago, Disney Product Developers Holli McHugh and Donald Ferro teamed up with Anthrax drummer Charlie Benante to create an epic new vinyl – “Vinylmation” that is.  These new collectible figures are the hottest craze to hit Disney Parks & Resorts.   

Robert Kirkman, creator of the comic book The Walking Dead, was front and center at this years New York Comic Con 2010. He spoke to metalmachine.net about the upcoming premiere of his comic turned TV show “The Walking Dead” on AMC.  

Join the provocative, informative and absolutely essential conversation going on at CMJ Music Marathon 2010, October 19-23 in New York City as CMJ moderators, panelists and registrants ply the waters of a volatile music business in transition. Check out the newest additions to our panel participants below.  

Former Misfits axe man Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein’s solo project, Gorgeous Frankenstein, have released their first DVD, You Must See It To Believe It! today. The 40-minute thrill ride directed by Glenn Danzig, features eight  blood curdling tracks including “ Man or Monster,” “ Devilgirl,” “ Reverse of God,” “ Made In Hell” and more.   In addition to the live tracks, the DVD features never before seen behind-the-scenes footage from Gorgeous Frankenstein’s 2008 U.S. tour. The disc also contains a previously unreleased video for “Man or Monster.”  

Greetings, DC Nation! It is my pleasure to let you know that it’s time for another amazing entry in the DCU animated original movie library. “Superman/Batman: Apocalypse” is an all-new feature based on the classic Supergirl storyline written by Jeph Loeb and featuring artwork by the great Michael Turner. It’s available on Blu-Ray Combo Pack, movie and for download on 9/28/10.